Air India

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AI
Air India
India's flag carrier
IATA Code
AI
Alliance
Star Alliance
Founded
1932
Hub
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Loyalty
Maharaja Club

AIRLINE OVERVIEW

Air India flights from Sri Lanka

Air India is the flag carrier of India, headquartered in Gurugram, Haryana, and owned by the Tata Group. Tracing its roots to 1932 as Tata Airlines, the airline operates from its principal hub at Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi (DEL), with secondary hubs in Mumbai and Bengaluru.

Air India flies to destinations across Asia, Europe, North America, and the Middle East. Its fleet is being substantially modernised following a large order placed after the airline's acquisition by the Tata Group, and includes the Airbus A320neo and A321neo families, Airbus A350, and Boeing 777 and 787 aircraft. Air India has been a member of the Star Alliance airline network since 2014, extending its reach through codeshare and partner connections.

Air India is continuing a major fleet modernisation and cabin refurbishment programme following its merger with Vistara, with upgraded aircraft being introduced progressively across the network.

Note: Fleet composition, destination counts, retrofit timelines, and loyalty programme terms are set by Air India and are periodically updated. Confirm current details on the official Air India website.

Network

Routes from Colombo

Unlike some international carriers that connect Colombo to a single overseas hub, Air India operates direct flights between Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) and several Indian cities, including Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and Bengaluru.

From these Indian gateways, travellers can connect onward across Air India's wider domestic and international network, including to destinations served through its Star Alliance partnerships.

Popular direct and onward destinations include:

Note: Flight schedules, frequencies, and specific city pairs on Air India's Colombo services change periodically. Always confirm current departure times and connections when you search on iCanFly or check directly with Air India.

India

5 destinations served from CMB

Explore Air India routes from Colombo.

Baggage

Baggage information

Air India's baggage allowance depends on your cabin class, fare type, and route, and is calculated using either a weight concept or a piece concept depending on where you are travelling to and from.

Cabin Baggage

All cabins
EconomyGenerally one cabin bag within Air India's size and weight limits
Premium / Business / FirstTypically allowed additional or larger cabin items

Exact size and weight limits are set by Air India.

Checked Baggage

Varies by route
EconomyAt least one checked bag generally included — weight or piece concept applies by route
Premium / Business / FirstHigher allowances on Premium Economy, Business, and First Class tickets

Allowances vary by fare and cabin class, and by whether the weight or piece concept applies to your route.

Special and Sports Equipment

On request
AcceptedSports equipment and musical instruments
OptionsOften carried as part of your standard allowance or checked separately

Subject to size and weight limits.

Excess Baggage

Additional fee
ChargesAir India charges excess baggage fees if you exceed your allowance
TipIt is usually more economical to purchase extra baggage in advance rather than at the airport

Baggage allowances and fees change periodically and depend on your fare, route, and Maharaja Club tier. Always verify during booking on iCanFly or with Air India.

Travel classes

Cabin classes

Air India offers up to four cabin products — Economy, Premium Economy, Business, and First — though the exact cabins available depend heavily on the aircraft type operating your specific flight. Air India's fleet is in the middle of a significant modernisation and retrofit programme, so the seat product can vary noticeably between newer and older aircraft.

Economy Class

The standard cabin across the Air India fleet

All flights
  • Seating with meal service and in-flight entertainment on equipped aircraft
  • Onboard experience differs between newly delivered or retrofitted aircraft and older, yet-to-be-refitted aircraft

Aircraft types

Airbus A320neo / A321neoAirbus A350Boeing 777 / 787

Premium Economy

Between Economy and Business where available

Select aircraft
  • Typically a wider seat and additional legroom
  • Offered on select long-haul aircraft rather than across the entire fleet

Aircraft types

Boeing 777Boeing 787Airbus A350

Business Class

Modern suites on newer aircraft; older products still in service

Select routes
  • Newer and retrofitted long-haul aircraft feature modern flat-bed suites
  • Some older aircraft still carry earlier-generation angled or recliner seats
  • Check the aircraft type for your specific flight where this matters to you

Aircraft types

Boeing 777Boeing 787Airbus A350

First Class

Private, spacious seating on a limited number of aircraft

Limited routes
  • Private, spacious seat and dedicated cabin service where offered
  • Availability is limited to a small number of aircraft and routes
  • Not offered on every Air India flight

Aircraft types

Boeing 777

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Why book on iCanFly

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Web and mobile app

Search and book from your browser or the iCanFly app, wherever you are.

Secure online booking

Encrypted payment processing for peace of mind at checkout.

Easy flight comparison

Compare Air India fares alongside other airlines flying the same route.

Local customer support

Assistance from a Sri Lanka–based team for booking, changes, and cancellations, subject to fare rules.

Flights, hotels and more

Flights, hotels, and travel insurance available through one booking platform.

Check-in options

Online check-in

Recommended

Opens within Air India's published online check-in window before departure via the Air India website or app, with seat selection and boarding pass issuance.

Mobile boarding passes

Paperless

Available on eligible bookings, added directly to your mobile device.

Airport check-in

Always available

Counters at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) remain available for travellers who prefer to check in in person.

Popular destinations

With direct flights to multiple Indian cities and onward connections across its network, Air India opens up destinations popular with Sri Lankan travellers for business, leisure, education, and family visits.

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