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Cheap round-trip flights to Matara

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £74 for one-way flights and £169 for round trip, for the period specified. Be sure to select the 'Direct flights only' box above if you are looking for a non stop route. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

SriLankan Airlines
Tue, 21 Jul - Thu, 23 Jul
MAA
Chennai
CMB
Colombo
£169 Return, found 2 days ago
£169
Return
found 2 days ago
Select SriLankan Airlines flight, departing Tue, 21 Jul from Chennai to Colombo, returning Thu, 23 Jul, priced at £169 found 2 days ago
Air India
Sat, 27 Jun - Thu, 2 Jul
MAA
Chennai
CMB
Colombo
£178 Return, found 2 days ago
£178
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Air India flight, departing Sat, 27 Jun from Chennai to Colombo, returning Thu, 2 Jul, priced at £178 found 2 days ago
IndiGo
Wed, 15 Jul - Fri, 17 Jul
MAA
Chennai
CMB
Colombo
£188 Return, found 3 hours ago
£188
Return
found 3 hours ago
Select IndiGo flight, departing Wed, 15 Jul from Chennai to Colombo, returning Fri, 17 Jul, priced at £188 found 3 hours ago
SriLankan Airlines
Wed, 1 Jul - Sun, 5 Jul
BOM
Mumbai
CMB
Colombo
£208 Return, found 2 days ago
£208
Return
found 2 days ago
Select SriLankan Airlines flight, departing Wed, 1 Jul from Mumbai to Colombo, returning Sun, 5 Jul, priced at £208 found 2 days ago
Air Arabia
Thu, 10 Sept - Wed, 16 Sept
SHJ
Sharjah
CMB
Colombo
£262 Return, found 1 day ago
£262
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Air Arabia flight, departing Thu, 10 Sept from Sharjah to Colombo, returning Wed, 16 Sept, priced at £262 found 1 day ago

Frequently asked questions

What is the name of Matara's airport?
Matara has just one airport, Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB).
How many airlines fly to Matara?
There are a total of 32 air carriers connecting Matara with 48 airports globally.
Which airlines fly to Matara?
Flydubai, Emirates and SriLankan Airlines fly the most frequently to Matara. The majority of flights come from Dubai, with flydubai offering the most services on this route.
How many nonstop flights are there to Matara?
Flying to a new place is much more fun when there aren't any annoying stopovers. If you're heading to Matara, the good news is that there are approximately 583 direct flights each week.
Where are the most popular flights to Matara departing from?
Travellers frequently set off from Chennai, Doha and Abu Dhabi airports when going to Matara.
How long is the flight to Matara Airport?
If it's Chennai you're leaving behind, you'll be midair for around 1 hour and 20 minutes before you touchdown in Matara. Terminal to terminal from Doha takes approximately 4 hours and 39 minutes and from Abu Dhabi, it's 4 hours and 27 minutes.
How to book the cheapest flight to Matara?
We all know those travellers who somehow grab super cheap airfares wherever they go. Want to know how to do it for your Matara holiday? Don't leave it until the last moment to secure your flight. Also, do some online research and compare your options. If your destination has a few airports, you may be able to score a better price by flying into a smaller terminal. And finally, remember that it's first in, best dressed. Know what a typical airfare costs and be ready to secure your seat as soon as you spot an unbeatable bargain. The sweetest deals don't last long.
Do you have any tips for my flight to Matara?
Wherever you're jetting in from, flying can be a pleasant experience if you're prepared. Follow these top travel tips that will help get your Matara holiday started on the right foot. What to pack in your hand luggage:

  • It's simple — first, pack in your passport, important documents, bank cards and medications. Next, you'll want some in-flight entertainment to while away the hours. A juicy book and a tablet filled with your favourite shows are some great options. If you hope to catch a few z's, a comfy neck pillow and some earplugs will also be useful. Finally, make room for a few toiletry items so you'll touchdown looking fresh and raring to go.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

  • While the list of banned items differs between airlines, the general rule of thumb is avoid carrying anything sharp, flammable or explosive. This includes box cutters, razor blades, spray paint and flares. Sports equipment like baseball bats, and objects that could harm other people, such as pepper spray and firearms, can't come on board with you either.

What to wear on a flight:

  • Comfort should be your top priority when choosing what to wear on your flight. Loose clothing is a wise choice, as are enclosed shoes like sneakers.
  • Deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a blood clotting condition caused by extended periods of inactivity, can be a risk on long-haul flights. Try to walk around the cabin or do some gentle exercises in your seat to promote better circulation.

How to get through airport security fast when flying to Matara?
The trick is to be prepared before you arrive at the security gate. That way, you'll be stepping onto that plane to Matara in a flash. Follow these helpful tips and get your trip off to a fantastic start:

  • Be sure to have your boarding pass and passport someplace easily accessible. They're the first things you'll be asked for by airport security.
  • Your belt, jacket, keys and other small items, like coins, will be required to go through the X-ray machine. Make the whole process easier by removing them before your turn.
  • For just a few moments, you'll need to unplug from technology. Your phone, laptop and any other electronics also need to go through the scanner.
  • Any liquids or gels, such as toothpaste or perfume, that you want to take on board must be no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres). Also, everything must fit inside a quart-size (one litre), clear zip-close bag.
  • Choosing your footwear wisely can save you several precious minutes. Boots and heavy shoes are often required to be removed and separately scanned. Lightweight sneakers usually aren't.
  • Knives and other sharp items are not allowed on board. They'll be confiscated at security, so pack them in your checked luggage.

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Travel information

Destination airport
Bandaranaike Intl.
Destination airport IATA code
CMB
Destination city name
Colombo
Return price
£168

Trending flights to Matara

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £74 for one-way flights and £169 for round trip, for the period specified. Be sure to select the 'Direct flights only' box above if you are looking for a non stop route. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Gulf Air
Wed, 4 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
LGW
London
CMB
Colombo
£543 Return, found 1 hour ago
£543
Return
found 1 hour ago
Select Gulf Air flight, departing Wed, 4 Nov from London to Colombo, returning Thu, 19 Nov, priced at £543 found 1 hour ago

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