Charter Colombo to Madras privately from US$9,500, about 1h 18m gate to gate. Request your price in minutes.
This route runs both ways — Colombo (CMB) to Madras (MAA) and Madras to Colombo — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Colombo and Madras is about 647 km (402 miles), or 349 nautical miles.
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Expect US$9,500 – US$25,000 for a one-way charter between Colombo and Madras, depending on the aircraft — a very light jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. 6-8 seats and 3,700 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 18m | 1h 10m – 1h 26m | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 14m | 1h 07m – 1h 21m | US$12,500 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 18m | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 16m | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 14m | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 14m | US$12,500 – US$17,500 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 12m | US$14,000 – US$19,000 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 09m | US$15,000 – US$21,000 | 6-8 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Guide prices reflect the key cost drivers on this sector — distance, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and airport fees at both ends. Every quote is checked against live availability before we confirm it. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Colombo, Sri Lanka: Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport and Colombo Ratmalana International Airport.
Madras, India: Chennai International Airport and INS Rajali / Arakkonam Naval Air Station.
| Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport | Chennai International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | VCBI / CMB | VOMM / MAA |
| Longest hard runway | 10,991 ft | 12,001 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 30 ft | 52 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Colombo to Madras can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport has 10,991 ft and Chennai International Airport 12,001 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 647 km.
Alternates within range: Colombo Ratmalana International Airport (6,013 ft, 40 km) · Dandugama Seaplane Base · Kelani-Peliyagoda Seaplane Base · Beira Lake Seaplane Base · INS Rajali / Arakkonam Naval Air Station (13,460 ft, 53 km) · INS Adyar Heliport · Chettinad Health City Helipad · ECR Heliport
No hubs, no layovers, no fixed departures. The Colombo–Madras sector leaves when you do.
Those 1h 18m are uninterrupted time — work, rest, or simply arrive ready.
Scheduled airlines serve a handful of airports; private jets open up dozens more within range of Colombo and Madras.
Guide pricing on Colombo–Madras is published clearly: US$9,500 – US$25,000. Your confirmed quote is all-in.
Colombo–Madras is a frequently chartered international sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$9,500 – US$25,000 one-way — from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 18m gate to gate over 647 km (402 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Very Light Jet, Light Jet. We lead with a very light jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Colombo–Madras charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Colombo–Madras charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
