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Flight deals from Colombo to Delhi Indira Gandhi International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Colombo to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from ر.ق.‏ 1,014. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
New Delhi.ر.ق.‏ 585 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Apr.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in Delhi Indira Gandhi International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 585, select.
New Delhi.ر.ق.‏ 585 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 May.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 10 May, arriving in Delhi Indira Gandhi International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 585, select.
New Delhi.ر.ق.‏ 632 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Aug.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Delhi Indira Gandhi International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 632, select.
New Delhi.ر.ق.‏ 644 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Jun.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 20 Jun, arriving in Delhi Indira Gandhi International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 644, select.
New Delhi.ر.ق.‏ 646 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Sep.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Delhi Indira Gandhi International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 646, select.
New Delhi.ر.ق.‏ 646 per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Jul.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 11 Jul, arriving in Delhi Indira Gandhi International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 646, select.
New Delhi.ر.ق.‏ 734 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct.One-way flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Delhi Indira Gandhi International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 734, select.
New Delhi.ر.ق.‏ 737 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Feb.One-way flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 3 Feb, arriving in Delhi Indira Gandhi International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 737, select.
New Delhi.ر.ق.‏ 737 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Nov.One-way flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 28 Nov, arriving in Delhi Indira Gandhi International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 737, select.
New Delhi.ر.ق.‏ 737 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Dec.One-way flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 5 Dec, arriving in Delhi Indira Gandhi International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 737, select.
New Delhi.ر.ق.‏ 738 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Mar.One-way flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 27 Mar, arriving in Delhi Indira Gandhi International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 738, select.
New Delhi.ر.ق.‏ 738 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 Jan.One-way flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 2 Jan, arriving in Delhi Indira Gandhi International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 738, select.
New Delhi.ر.ق.‏ 738 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Apr.One-way flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 8 Apr, arriving in Delhi Indira Gandhi International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 738, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Delhi Indira Gandhi International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Colombo to Delhi Indira Gandhi International flights are currently cheapest in April.
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Direct flights from Colombo to Delhi Indira Gandhi International

Colombo to Delhi Indira Gandhi International: Alternative routes

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Delhi Indira Gandhi International

13km from central New Delhi
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Colombo to New Delhi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundر.ق.‏ 585
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time3 hrs, 38 mins
Most popular airlineAir India
Average flights per week234

Finding cheap flights from Colombo to Delhi Indira Gandhi International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Colombo to Delhi Indira Gandhi International is ر.ق.‏ 972. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 38 minutes is the average flight time from Colombo to Delhi Indira Gandhi International.
Air India, SriLankan Airlines and Finnair fly direct from Colombo to Delhi Indira Gandhi International.
As of April 2026, there are 78 flights per week flying from Colombo to Delhi Indira Gandhi International.
The cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Delhi Indira Gandhi International is usually June.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Colombo to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport on Tuesday, 16 June 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 38 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Delhi Indira Gandhi International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to New Delhi is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Colombo to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL): What you need to know

  • Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is Colombo's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Colombo to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) leaving from here.

  • Around 3 hours 40 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Colombo to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport flight.

  • New Delhi (where Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport is located) and Colombo share the UTC+5:30 timezone. You can fly without needing to calculate any time difference.

  • With 28 direct flights a week between the two airports, Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) is the most popular route. SriLankan Airlines operates the earliest flight at 12:35am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before flying, the last flight from CMB to DEL is with SriLankan Airlines at 2:10pm.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Colombo to DEL.

  • Popular months like February or other peak seasons mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Get a head start by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Go straight to your destination from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Direct flights from Colombo to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) can be booked from here.

  • You can travel on a direct flight from Colombo to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport with Air India. This popular airline offers services from CMB.

  • The majority of travellers prefer to fly with Air India between CMB and DEL.

  • The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate on this route is Air India.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Colombo to DEL that include a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between CMB and DEL include:

    • Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)

    • Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)

    • Chennai International Airport (MAA)

  • Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Colombo, CMB can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Colombo to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays close to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport:

  • 74% of flights that take off from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport reach their destination on time.

About Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Colombo to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DEL instead:

  • Travel at your own pace with a Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Avis or North Car Hire and venture far and wide through New Delhi and beyond.

  • Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Colombo to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.

Getting from Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to central New Delhi

  • Central New Delhi is around 16 kilometres from Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport and takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.

  • It'll take around 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)

  • ر.ق.‏ 585 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport. A return flight starts from ر.ق.‏ 972. These prices can change based on availability and demand.

  • To pick up cheap flights from Colombo to DEL, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.

  • Cheap Colombo to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.

  • Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Colombo to DEL is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Chase down a great fare on a flight from Colombo to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

The best time to fly from Colombo to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)

  • It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Colombo to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL). January is the busiest month to travel to New Delhi. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in September.

  • Before locking in your Colombo to DEL plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. May is the warmest month in New Delhi, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 43ºC.

  • Search for cheap tickets from Colombo to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC and 22ºC.

More about New Delhi

  • Start your New Delhi trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Colombo to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:

  • There are loads of terrific things to do in New Delhi when you're ready to see the sights. Head straight for India Gate followed by India Gate View and Park India Gate.

Explore more of India

  • New Delhi is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of India just waiting to be discovered. About 290 kilometres northwest of New Delhi, a visit to Ludhiana will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Iskcon Ludhiana, Mandir Mata Vaishno Devi and Shri Krishna Mandir.

  • Chandigarh is another well-known destination in India and is around 241 kilometres north of New Delhi. No journey is complete without visiting Nek Chand’s Rock Garden of Chandigarh, Capitol Complex and Rock Garden.

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