Fast and convenient scheduled flights operate from Jaffna Airport (JAF), connecting northern Sri Lanka with Colombo and regional international connections via Chennai.

Avoid long road journeys and travel across the island in approximately one hour while enjoying scenic aerial views of Sri Lanka’s coastline, lagoons, forests, and northern landscapes.

Jaffna Airport also provides convenient international connectivity through regular flights between Jaffna and Chennai, making it an important gateway for both domestic and regional travel.

Why Fly from Jaffna

Jaffna offers one of the fastest and most efficient ways to travel between northern Sri Lanka and Colombo.

• Save hours compared to long-distance road travel
• Avoid traffic congestion and difficult highway conditions
• Fast and reliable domestic connectivity
• Convenient international access via Chennai
• Comfortable and time-efficient travel option
• Scenic aerial views throughout your journey

Ideal For

This route is best suited for:

• Business and government travel
• Family visits between Colombo and northern Sri Lanka
• International travelers connecting via Chennai
• Cultural and heritage travel itineraries
• Time-sensitive domestic travel
• Multi-destination Sri Lanka tours

Destinations from Jaffna Airport

Scheduled flights connect Jaffna with key domestic and regional routes including:

• Colombo / Ratmalana (RML)
• Chennai (MAA) via partner airlines
• Additional seasonal regional connections where available

Some services may operate directly or via coordinated routing depending on seasonal schedules and operational planning.

Flight Schedules (Seasonal Operations)

Flight timings are adjusted seasonally based on demand and operational requirements.

Winter (01st Nov – 30th Jun)

To

Frequency

Departure

Arrival

Stops

Availability

Colombo (CMB)

SUN

09:10

10:20

-

All year around

Colombo (CMB)

THU

09:40

10:50

-

All year around

Summer (1 Jul - 31 Oct)

To

Frequency

Departure

Arrival

Stops

Availability

Colombo (CMB)

MON

09:10

10:20

-

All year around

Colombo (CMB)

FRI

16:40

17:50

-

All year around

Travel Information

Please review before booking:

• Tickets are valid only for the selected date, route, and passenger
• Tickets are non-refundable
• Check-in closes 30 minutes before departure
• Baggage allowance: 23 kg checked + 5 kg hand luggage
• Excess baggage: 15 USD per additional kg
• Valid passport or NIC required at check-in
• Some Sri Lanka Air Force-operated flights require passengers to sign an indemnity form before departure
• Infants under 15 days are not permitted to travel
• Children between 15 days and 2 years are charged at 20% of the adult fare and travel seated with a parent or guardian
• Passengers over 110 kg may be required to reserve an additional seat
• Full payment is required at the time of booking confirmation