India-Sri Lanka Travel Boom as SriLankan Airlines Aims for 12% Passenger Growth

The air travel sector between India and Sri Lanka is poised for a huge boost as SriLankan Airlines begins direct flights from Ahmedabad. The airline’s expansion plan in India includes important metropolitan cities like Mumbai, Delhi, and Chennai, further solidifying strong tourist links between the two countries.

With estimates of a 12% passenger increase in 2026, the airline is leveraging cultural tourism and religious travel, particularly for Ramayana Trail tours in Sri Lanka. The air route also facilitates business travel, holiday packages, and budget international flights from Gujarat.

As Sri Lanka is fast becoming a leading tourist destination in South Asia, enhanced flight connectivity and easy access to air travel are expected to boost holiday travel, tour packages, and family vacations in 2026.