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Colombo to Chennai Flights
Bandaranaike International Airport
The Bandaranaike International Airport is located on Canada Friendship Road, approximately 21 miles from Colombo. Twenty-four airlines serve the airport, including SriLankan Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways, Air Asia and China Eastern Airlines. When you use Orbitz.com to find flights from Colombo to any destination in the world, it's easy to find great deals. The website searches through flights from all of the available airlines to find you an air ticket that fits your travel needs and budget.
Parking and Transportation
The airport has various parking lots available if you need to leave your car while you travel. The terminal car park costs $2.73 per day, and the remote car park costs $1.82 per day. You can also take a taxi to the airport from Colombo. The city has a fleet of over 600 taxicabs, and cab fare to the airport costs approximately $54.52. Buses also run between the city and the airport throughout the day.
Dining at the Airport
The airport has restaurants located in the departure lobby and the transit lounge. These restaurants serve a variety of international foods. The airport also has a café and bar that serves drinks and alcoholic beverages. When you use Orbitz.com to book flights from Colombo, all of your travel arrangements are taken care of before you arrive at the airport. This gives you plenty of time to relax and enjoy a meal before you board your plane.
Chennai International Airport
The Chennai International Airport is located on Tirusulam, approximately 9 miles south of downtown Chennai. Numerous airlines service the airport, including British Airways, Air France, Air Canada and Korean Air. The Orbitz.com website makes it easy to find cheap flights to Chennai. The website searches flights from all available airlines to find the best deals on your air ticket.
Transportation From the Airport
The airport has bus services that run from the airport into the city center. Three rail lines also service the airport; however, the elevated trains make a circle around Chennai, so if you decide to travel via train, you'll have to switch to bus transportation once you get closer to the city. If you want access to your own vehicle, you can use the Orbitz.com website to arrange for a rental car.
Weather in Chennai
Chennai has a tropical climate. Temperatures average from the mid-80s to the high 90s throughout the year. While the weather sometimes gets cooler, it's rare for the city to see temperatures below 70º F. December and January are considered peak travel months because the weather isn't unbearably hot. However, you'll save money by traveling during the off-peak travel season. If you use Orbitz.com to plan your trip in February or March, you'll have nice weather and get better deals on your travel expenses.
Highlights and Attractions
Kapaleeshwar Temple, San Thome Church and Crocodile Bank are some of the popular attractions in Chennai. The Orbitz.com website does more than find cheap flights to Chennai. You can use the website to purchase tickets to area attractions or schedule guided tours of the city.
Cheap flights from Colombo to Chennai
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June
Cheapest weekend flights in June from Colombo to Chennai
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Fri, Jun 7 | Colombo (CMB) | Chennai (MAA) |
Air India
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$210 |
| Return Sun, Jun 9 | Chennai (MAA) | Colombo (CMB) |
Air India |
Lowest roundtrip airfare in June from Colombo to Chennai
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Fri, Jun 7 | Colombo (CMB) | Chennai (MAA) |
Air India
|
$210 |
| Return Fri, Sep 6 | Chennai (MAA) | Colombo (CMB) |
Air India |
Best one-week trip in June from Colombo to Chennai
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Thu, Jun 6 | Colombo (CMB) | Chennai (MAA) |
Air India
|
$210 |
| Return Thu, Jun 13 | Chennai (MAA) | Colombo (CMB) |
Air India |
July
Lowest roundtrip airfare in July from Colombo to Chennai
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Tue, Jul 30 | Colombo (CMB) | Chennai (MAA) |
Jet Airways
|
$240 |
| Return Thu, Aug 1 | Chennai (MAA) | Colombo (CMB) |
Jet Airways |
August
Lowest roundtrip airfare in August from Colombo to Chennai
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Fri, Aug 30 | Colombo (CMB) | Chennai (MAA) |
Jet Airways
|
$240 |
| Return Tue, Sep 3 | Chennai (MAA) | Colombo (CMB) |
Jet Airways |
Airports in Colombo , LK
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1
Bandaranayake Int'l (CMB)
Distance from City Center: 17.3 miles
Airports in Chennai , IN
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1
Chennai Airport (MAA)
Distance from City Center: 0.4 miles
SriLankan Airlines 
Thai Airways 
