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From ChennaiDaily direct flights on IndiGo, Air India and SriLankan. The closest metro to the island, and the ferry to Jaffna leaves from your own state. Return fares typically run ₹7,000 to 14,000 depending on season. Tamil works across the north and east and much of Colombo. For Chennai families this is the easiest foreign country on earth.
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Compare costs → PropertyWhat Indians can buy, and the USD 100,000 residence visa route.
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Read the numbers →| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Flight time to Colombo | 1 hr 20 min |
| Typical return fare | ₹7,000 to 14,000 |
| Visa | Free 30 day tourist ETA for Indians since 25 May 2026. Apply on eta.gov.lk |
| Money | UPI at LankaQR merchants, cards widely accepted, carry some LKR |
| Time difference | None. Sri Lanka runs on IST |
Fares are indicative return economy bands and move with season. Check current schedules with airlines.