Flying from Colombo to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL): What you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Colombo. Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Colombo to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) departing from here.
Indira Gandhi International Airport is located in New Delhi. The city's timezone is UTC+5:30 — the same as Colombo.
To ensure you get on your flight from Colombo to DEL, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During peak travel periods, expect longer wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Travelling from central Colombo to RML takes about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Colombo Ratmalana Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Colombo to Indira Gandhi International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Consider starting your journey from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). You can book a direct Colombo to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) flight ticket with departures from here.
From CMB, direct flights from Colombo to DEL are offered by SriLankan Airlines.
On the CMB to DEL route, SriLankan Airlines is the go-to airline for most travellers on this route.
Air India ranks as the most punctual carrier operating flights between Bandaranaike International Airport and Indira Gandhi International Airport.
Split up your flight from Colombo to Indira Gandhi International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Popular stopovers between Bandaranaike International Airport and DEL are:
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Chennai Airport (MAA)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Colombo to CMB in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 40 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Colombo to DEL flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Bandaranaike International Airport:
75.71% of flights out of Bandaranaike International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Have a late flight from Colombo to Indira Gandhi International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Check in to one of these hotels near DEL and turn in quicker:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an Indira Gandhi International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Avis or North Car Hire and explore beyond New Delhi's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Colombo to Indira Gandhi International Airport flight.
Getting from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to central New Delhi
Central New Delhi is roughly 10 kilometres from Indira Gandhi International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research before you go.
It takes around 55 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Indira Gandhi International Airport is Rs41,711. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs54,163. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Colombo to DEL if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
Affordable Colombo to Indira Gandhi International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Colombo to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding the best time to fly. April is the quietest month to go to New Delhi. July is when most people book flights from Colombo to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), which may be perfect if you're after more action.
The warmest month in New Delhi is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 43ºC. Book your Colombo to DEL flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from Colombo to Indira Gandhi International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC and 22ºC.
More about New Delhi
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in New Delhi right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Colombo to Indira Gandhi International Airport:
You'll find loads of fantastic things to do in New Delhi when you're in the mood to sightsee. Head straight for India Gate followed by India Gate View and Park India Gate.
Explore more of India
Jaipur is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be explored after you've experienced New Delhi. Around 225 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include City Palace, Amber Fort and Jaipur.
If you're looking to explore another side of India, head for Ludhiana, roughly 290 kilometres north-west of New Delhi. Iskcon Ludhiana, Mandir Mata Vaishno Devi and Shri Krishna Mandir are key highlights.
