Airline

Air India (AI)

Air India connects Colombo to Indian metros and onward long-haul routes.

Why travelers choose Air India

  • Network access through Indian metros into Europe/NA.
  • Baggage-inclusive tickets with meal service.
  • Upgrades and seat selection improving across fleet.

Fare families

Economy Saver

Includes baggage with standard change fees.

  • 25–30kg checked baggage
  • Seat selection chargeable on lower brands
  • Changes allowed with fee; refunds per fare

Economy Flexi

Better seating and softer penalties.

  • 30kg+ checked baggage on many routes
  • Standard seats included
  • Lower change fees; partial refunds

Business/First

Premium cabins with priority services.

  • 40kg+ baggage with priority tags
  • Lounge access and higher mileage accrual
  • Flexible changes with modest penalties

Key policies

Baggage allowance

Economy often 25–30kg from CMB; Premium Economy/Business higher. Piece rules apply on some long-haul routes.

Change policy

Most fares permit date changes with fees; premium brands more flexible. Refunds follow published fare rules; no-shows incur penalties.

Check-in

Online check-in opens 48h before departure (24h for select routes). Airport counters close about 60 minutes prior.

Search AI flights

Colombo (CMB) network

Air India operating flights touching CMB

Sample operating pattern; confirm exact days and times during booking.

See live availability

From Colombo (CMB)

CMB → DXB

Flight AI 203 • Daily

4h 15m
08:55 → 12:10 Nonstop, morning departure

CMB → SIN

Flight AI 468 • Daily

4h 30m
10:45 → 17:45 Nonstop, widebody

CMB → LHR

Flight AI 503 • Mon / Wed / Fri

11h 15m
13:10 → 20:25 1 stop via hub

To Colombo (CMB)

DXB → CMB

Flight AI 204 • Daily

4h 15m
14:20 → 20:35 Nonstop, evening arrival

SIN → CMB

Flight AI 469 • Daily

3h 40m
19:20 → 21:00 Nonstop, premium-heavy

LHR → CMB

Flight AI 504 • Tue / Thu / Sat

10h 45m
21:55 → 12:40+1 1 stop via hub