Colombo to Delhi flights
Direct and connecting flights from Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Colombo to Delhi take?
Flight time from Colombo (CMB) to Delhi (DEL) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Colombo to Delhi?
Airline availability for CMB to DEL changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Colombo to Delhi?
Direct (nonstop) availability on CMB to DEL varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- SriLankan Airlines5-yr attributed events: 5Last 90 days: none recorded
- IndiGo Airlines5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
- Air India Limited5-yr attributed events: 3Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| SriLankan Airlines | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| IndiGo Airlines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| Air India Limited | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning CMB → DEL
CMB to DEL is a medium-haul route of 2,395 km (1,488 mi). See the return DEL → CMB route.
Alternative airports near Colombo: Colombo (RML) — 40 km.