On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets from Kochi to Colombo. The distance between the cities is 517 km, and direct service is maintained by regular flights, with a frequency of up to 5 departures per week.
Flights are operated by UL airline. Ticket prices are dynamic, so use the price chart to find the best deals. You can also find practical information on how to get to the airport in Kochi and how to reach the city center after landing in Colombo.
The table shows direct flights Kochi → Colombo on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 10 min. Regular flights are operated by SriLankan Airlines. Departures from Cochin International Airport airports, arrivals at Bandaranaike International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Kochi — Colombo by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 429 in F, and the most expensive are around AED 666 in u. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Kochi → Colombo, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,087 | high | May | AED 850 | low | Sep | AED 850 | low |
| Feb | AED 1,063 | high | Jun | AED 827 | low | Oct | AED 921 | medium |
| Mar | AED 1,039 | high | Jul | AED 992 | high | Nov | AED 898 | medium |
| Apr | AED 945 | medium | Aug | AED 1,016 | high | Dec | AED 1,063 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Colombo is characterized by consistently high temperatures, with February being the hottest month, reaching a maximum of 31.6°C. The rainiest period occurs in November, with up to 379.63 mm of precipitation over 26 wet days.
The lowest flight prices are recorded in September — AED 429. The most expensive month to fly on this route is March, when prices start AED 607.
September can be considered the optimal time for booking, offering the best prices with moderate weather conditions. It is recommended to avoid traveling in November due to the peak of the rainy season in Sri Lanka.
Regular air service on this route is provided by one main airline — SriLankan Airlines (UL). The carrier operates direct flights, providing an average of 5 departures per week. You can view the detailed schedule for specific dates and flight details in the cards below.
Flights Kochi — Colombo depart from Cochin International Airport and arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
Given the distance of 517 km, a direct flight takes approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes. The exact time depends on weather conditions and the specific flight.
The main carrier operating regular flights is SriLankan Airlines (UL).
Yes, direct flights are available on this route, allowing you to reach your destination as quickly as possible without layovers.
Flight prices are constantly changing. You can see the current minimum for the coming months in the low price calendar and the price dynamics chart on this page.
Flights arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), which serves the capital of Sri Lanka.
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