194 € Cheap Flights from Kochi to Colombo Bandaranayake

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kochi to Colombo Bandaranayake flights are currently cheapest in March.

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Kochi to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found194 €
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time1 hr, 10 mins
Most popular airlineSriLankan Airlines
Average flights per week24

Finding cheap flights from Kochi to Colombo Bandaranayake: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Kochi to Colombo Bandaranayake is 194 €. 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.
1 hour and 10 minutes is the average flight time from Kochi to Colombo Bandaranayake.
SriLankan Airlines and Air India fly direct from Kochi to Colombo Bandaranayake.
As of February 2026, there are 24 flights per week flying from Kochi to Colombo Bandaranayake.
The cheapest month to fly from Kochi to Colombo Bandaranayake is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kochi Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport on Monday, 9 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 10 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 Colombo Bandaranayake 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 Colombo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, IndiGo and SriLankan Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo Bandaranayake.

Travelling from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Cochin International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Colombo's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Kochi.

  • Flights from COK to CMB start from 10:15 — the first with SriLankan Airlines. The last service of the day is at 22:00 with SriLankan Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 67 weekly Cochin International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flights.

  • Leave enough time to make your COK to CMB flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Getting to Colombo (and then discovering more of Sri Lanka!) is a breeze with SriLankan Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Cochin International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport.

  • SriLankan Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.

  • SriLankan Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates COK to CMB flights. An impressive 81.97% of its departures on this route land on time.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cochin International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between COK and CMB include:

    • Kempegowda International Airport

    • Chennai Airport

    • Rajiv Gandhi International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cochin International Airport (COK) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cochin International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight is 84 €. A round-trip plane ticket is currently 194 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • Score cheap tickets from COK to CMB by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Cochin International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.

  • Picking up cheap flights from COK to CMB couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new deal comes up.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Cochin International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport.

Handy information about Cochin International Airport (COK)

  • When it comes to Cochin International Airport's on-time performance, 78.29% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • Cochin International Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Kochi. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 50 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel close to COK? If you've booked an early flight from Cochin International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • If you have a late Cochin International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near CMB:

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and chase adventure across Colombo and beyond.

  • Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Bandaranaike International Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.

Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo

  • Bandaranaike International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Colombo. Driving there takes about 40 minutes.

  • It takes around 1 hour 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Cochin International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. February is the most popular month to head to Colombo. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.

  • Lock in your flight from Cochin International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport for March if you'd like to go to Colombo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from COK to CMB in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

  • Colombo is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Sri Lanka you'll want to see. About 18 kilometres south of Colombo, a visit to Moratuwa will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Boat House, Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum.

  • If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Sri Lanka, consider Jaffna, about 306 kilometres north of Colombo. Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library are among the biggest draws.

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