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Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from AED 510

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — CMB
27 3월 — 3 4월1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dubai Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in October or September, booked 7 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Dubai to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dubai (DXB) to Colombo (CMB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 22 3월 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 1,201

One-way from

AED 510

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

AED 1,539

Good round-trip deal

AED 1,312 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 624 or less
Air India
  • Air India
  • 10/4-15/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 40m total
  • Dubai to Colombo
IndiGo
  • IndiGo
  • 8/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 20m total
  • Dubai to Colombo
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (AED 520 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (AED 68 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Dubai Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Dubai Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.

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Cheapest flights from Dubai to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dubai to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 3월 2025.

목 10/419:15DXB - CMB
1 stop18h 15mAir India
화 15/416:00CMB - DXB
1 stop7h 25mAir India
Deal found 19/3AED 1,201
화 27/523:15DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mMultiple Airlines
토 31/505:05CMB - DXB
1 stop6h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3AED 1,205
토 19/423:15DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mFitsAir
수 23/418:55CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 50mFitsAir
Deal found 20/3AED 1,208
목 10/419:40DXB - CMB
1 stop21h 05mIndiGo
월 19/513:50CMB - DXB
1 stop20h 50mIndiGo
Deal found 20/3AED 1,227
일 4/501:55DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 45mflydubai
금 9/509:10CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 40mflydubai
Deal found 21/3AED 1,355
월 24/321:20DXB - CMB
2 stops10h 45mGulf Air
월 31/317:25CMB - DXB
2 stops11h 35mGulf Air
Deal found 20/3AED 1,495

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Dubai to Colombo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 220,657 searches. Data last updated 22 3월 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Dubai

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Colombo

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Departure

Return

Price

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

목 10/4

19:15-15:00

1 stop18h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

화 15/4

16:00-21:55

1 stop7h 25m

AED 1,201

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

화 27/5

23:15-05:25

Nonstop4h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

토 31/5

05:05-10:10

1 stop6h 35m

AED 1,205

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

토 19/4

23:15-05:25

Nonstop4h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

수 23/4

18:55-22:15

Nonstop4h 50m

AED 1,208

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

목 10/4

19:40-18:15

1 stop21h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

월 19/5

13:50-09:10

1 stop20h 50m

AED 1,227

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

일 13/4

19:55-04:05

1 stop6h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

일 20/4

05:05-18:55

1 stop15h 20m

AED 1,344

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

일 4/5

01:55-08:10

Nonstop4h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

금 9/5

09:10-12:20

Nonstop4h 40m

AED 1,355

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

수 10/9

23:25-09:40

1 stop8h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

금 10/10

04:35-11:40

1 stop8h 35m

AED 1,675

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

화 8/4

19:40-18:30

1 stop21h 20m

AED 510

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

목 15/5

19:55-04:05

1 stop6h 40m

AED 522

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

화 29/4

23:15-05:25

Nonstop4h 40m

AED 525

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Best time to book a flight from Dubai to Colombo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Dubai to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 14 March 2025.

Booking 1 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of AED 280). Flying from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of AED 452). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DXB to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from Dubai to Colombo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 3월 2025.

When flying from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 13% versus a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Dubai to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 16 March 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Dubai to Colombo. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 22 3월 2025.

The most flights from DXB to CMB are scheduled on a Friday (21 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

Rainfall in Colombo by month

Plan your trip to Colombo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport ranges from 60.0 - 350.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 350.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

Temperature in Colombo by month

Plan your trip to Colombo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 27.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Colombo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Colombo. Reviews last updated 22 3월 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Qatar Airways and Gulf Air from Dubai to Colombo. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dubai to Colombo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    For a flight from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl, you will be flying from Dubai Intl. Dubai Intl (DXB) is just 10.9 km from the centre of the city. Dubai Intl is the only Dubai airport and it handles 17 outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day. 14 airlines have flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl from Dubai Intl on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Air India (AED 1,201), FitsAir (AED 1,208), and IndiGo (AED 1,227) offers the cheapest pricing from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Users have found that Air India is 20% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport one-way?

    AED 510 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from IndiGo. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Salam Air and FitsAir, with prices starting from AED 522 and AED 525, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Consider ITA Airways (93%), Air Canada (90%) or SriLankan Airlines (85%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport? While on average our users pay AED 2,176, our data indicates the cheapest price to be AED 539. The most popular route (Dubai Intl - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl), is priced around AED 1,142.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dubai to Colombo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Dubai to Colombo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Dubai to Colombo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Dubai to Colombo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Dubai to Colombo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dubai to Colombo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of AED 280). Flying from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of AED 452). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 391AverageAED 797FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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IndiGoCheapestAED 396AverageAED 1,437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Salam AirCheapestAED 591AverageAED 1,644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 649AverageAED 1,992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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FlexFlightCheapestAED 749AverageAED 1,578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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طيران الجزيرة‎CheapestAED 770AverageAED 1,456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time95%
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Air ArabiaCheapestAED 998AverageAED 1,397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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FitsAirCheapestAED 1,030AverageAED 1,386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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flydubaiCheapestAED 1,166AverageAED 1,491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air IndiaCheapestAED 1,177AverageAED 1,247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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