Cheap flights from Colombo to Mumbai

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Cheapest round-trip flights $251
IndiGo Nonstop 3 hr Thu, Jun 4 — Sun, Jun 7
The cheapest round-trip flight from Colombo to Mumbai is currently $251
Cheapest one-way flight $140
IndiGo Nonstop 3 hr Wed, Jun 10
The cheapest one-way flight from Colombo to Mumbai is currently $140
Last-minute weekend getaway $283
SriLankan Nonstop 3 hr Thu, Apr 16 — Sun, Apr 19
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Colombo to Mumbai is currently $283
Cheapest business class flights $672
Air India Nonstop 3 hr Sat, Jul 11 — Sun, Jul 12
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Colombo to Mumbai is currently $672
Fastest flight 2 hr 30 min The fastest nonstop flight from Colombo to Mumbai takes 2 hr 30 min
Nonstop flights Every day There are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Mumbai is typically July. The most expensive month to fly is typically March.
July
Cheapest
Typical prices: $175–190
March
Most expensive
Typical prices: $230–280

Popular airlines from Colombo to Mumbai

  • IndiGo
    Nonstop
    from $251
    Typical price: $190–280
    7 weekly nonstop flights
    CMB - BOM Every day
    604 weekly connecting flights
    CMB - BOM Every day
  • SriLankan
    Nonstop
    from $283
    Typical price: $250–430
    13 weekly nonstop flights
    CMB - BOM Every day
  • Air India
    Nonstop
    from $253
    Typical price: $220–465
    7 weekly nonstop flights
    CMB - BOM Every day
    117 weekly connecting flights
    CMB - BOM Every day
  • Etihad
    21 weekly connecting flights
    CMB - BOM Every day
  • Qatar Airways
    20 weekly connecting flights
    CMB - BOM Every day
  • Emirates
    Typical price: $740–800
    20 weekly connecting flights
    CMB - BOM Every day

Popular airports near Colombo

  • Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
    Colombo Sri Lanka 41 min 17 mi
  • Koggala Air Force Base (KCT)
    Koggala Sri Lanka 2 hr 18 min 71 mi
  • Weerawila Airport (WRZ)
    Weerawila Sri Lanka 3 hr 38 min 105 mi
  • Castlereigh Reservoir Waterdrome (NUF)
    Hatton Sri Lanka 4 hr 4 min 49 mi

Popular airports near Mumbai

  • Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport Mumbai (BOM)
    Mumbai India 48 min 9 mi
  • Pune International Airport (PNQ)
    Pune India 3 hr 25 min 75 mi
  • Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMI)
    Navi Mumbai India 49 min 16 mi
  • Nashik International Airport (ISK)
    Nashik India 3 hr 53 min 106 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Colombo to Mumbai

The cheapest flights from Colombo to Mumbai are usually in July. Typical ticket prices in July range from $175 to $190.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Colombo to Mumbai recently found on Google Flights was with IndiGo from $251. The cheapest one-way flight was with IndiGo from $140.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest IndiGo flight from Colombo to Mumbai is $251, flying from Jun 4 to Jun 7.
  • The cheapest SriLankan flight from Colombo to Mumbai is $283, flying from Apr 23 to Apr 26.
  • The cheapest Air India flight from Colombo to Mumbai is $253, flying from Jul 2 to Jul 5.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Colombo to Mumbai starts at $251 from Thu, Jun 4 to Sun, Jun 7. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $140 and departs on Wed, Jun 10.
2 hr 30 min is the shortest flight time from Colombo to Mumbai.
Mumbai has a tropical climate, with hot and humid weather. Although a year-round destination, peak travel periods include May–Jun, just before the torrential Jun–Sep monsoon rains. Ganesh Chaturthi (Aug/Sep, dates vary) celebrates the elephant-headed Hindu god Ganesh and has huge processions. Dec–Jan, also a popular time to visit, is dry, with warm days and mild evenings. The Kala Ghoda Arts Festival (Feb) brings visual arts, music, dance, literature and more to various points around the city.
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Colombo to Mumbai.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Colombo to Mumbai really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Colombo to Mumbai.

In terms of nonstop flights, SriLankan is the most popular. SriLankan offers 13 nonstop flights per week. SriLankan flies from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport Mumbai (BOM) .

In terms of flights, IndiGo is the most popular. IndiGo offers 7 nonstop flights and 604 connecting flights per week. IndiGo flies from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport Mumbai (BOM) .

Other popular airlines flying from Colombo to Mumbai are:
  • Air India offers 7 nonstop flights and 117 connecting flights per week. Air India flies from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport Mumbai (BOM) .
  • Etihad offers 21 connecting flights per week. Etihad flies from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport Mumbai (BOM) .
  • Qatar Airways offers 20 connecting flights per week. Qatar Airways flies from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport Mumbai (BOM) .
  • Emirates offers 20 connecting flights per week. Emirates flies from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport Mumbai (BOM) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Colombo and Mumbai.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Colombo to Mumbai recently found on Google Flights was with IndiGo from $251. The cheapest one-way flight was with IndiGo from $140.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest IndiGo flight from Colombo to Mumbai is $251, flying from Jun 4 to Jun 7.
  • The cheapest SriLankan flight from Colombo to Mumbai is $283, flying from Apr 23 to Apr 26.
  • The cheapest Air India flight from Colombo to Mumbai is $253, flying from Jul 2 to Jul 5.
SriLankan, IndiGo and Air India fly direct from Colombo to Mumbai.
  • There are 7 IndiGo direct flights from Colombo to Mumbai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 13 SriLankan direct flights from Colombo to Mumbai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 7 Air India direct flights from Colombo to Mumbai per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Colombo and Mumbai at price $283 is offered by SriLankan from Thu, Apr 16 to Sun, Apr 19.
SriLankan, IndiGo and Air India fly direct from Colombo to Mumbai.
  • There are 7 IndiGo direct flights from Colombo to Mumbai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 13 SriLankan direct flights from Colombo to Mumbai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 7 Air India direct flights from Colombo to Mumbai per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
There are direct flights from Colombo to Mumbai on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Colombo and Mumbai start at $251 from Thu, Jun 4 to Sun, Jun 7 with IndiGo.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Colombo to Mumbai, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Colombo and Mumbai start at $672 from Sat, Jul 11 to Sun, Jul 12 with Air India.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Colombo and Mumbai start at $251 from Thu, Jun 4 to Sun, Jun 7.
To book business class trips from Colombo to Mumbai, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Colombo and Mumbai starts at $283 from Thu, Apr 16 to Sun, Apr 19 with SriLankan.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Colombo and Mumbai at price $283 is offered by SriLankan from Thu, Apr 16 to Sun, Apr 19.
To find last-minute flight deals from Colombo to Mumbai, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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