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Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from AED 518

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 30/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — CMB
23 Jan — 30 Jan1
1 adult

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 Thursday or Tuesday 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 18 January 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 1,230

One-way from

AED 518

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

AED 1,535
FitsAir
  • FitsAir
  • 25/2-15/4
  • Nonstop
  • 9h 20m total
  • Dubai to Colombo
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Salam Air
  • Salam Air
  • 30/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 6h 15m total
  • Dubai to Colombo
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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 18 January 2025.

Wed 22/118:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 28/104:50CMB - DXB
1 stop15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1AED 1,230
Sun 19/120:05DXB - CMB
1 stop6h 15mSalam Air
Tue 28/104:50CMB - DXB
1 stop15h 45mSalam Air
Deal found 17/1AED 1,234
Wed 22/119:45DXB - CMB
1 stop22h 40mIndiGo
Wed 29/120:55CMB - DXB
1 stop13h 50mIndiGo
Deal found 16/1AED 1,245
Tue 21/100:05DXB - CMB
1 stop16h 40mAir India
Wed 29/109:40CMB - DXB
1 stop10h 05mAir India
Deal found 16/1AED 1,249
Mon 3/218:30DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 30mflydubai
Sun 9/201:35CMB - DXB
Nonstop5h 05mflydubai
Deal found 16/1AED 1,473
Mon 20/116:10DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 15mEmirates
Fri 24/122:05CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 30mEmirates
Deal found 17/1AED 1,509
Fri 28/318:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mFitsAir
Sun 6/418:55CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 50mFitsAir
Deal found 17/1AED 1,513
Sat 5/713:15DXB - CMB
1 stop12h 40mQatar Airways
Tue 29/710:30CMB - DXB
1 stop18h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 17/1AED 1,594

Find flights from Dubai to Colombo within your budget

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 18 January 2025.

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DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Tue 25/2

18:30-00:30

Nonstop4h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 15/4

18:55-22:15

Nonstop4h 50m

AED 1,230

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Sun 2/2

20:05-03:50

1 stop6h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 9/2

04:50-19:05

1 stop15h 45m

AED 1,238

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Fri 31/1

18:55-15:00

1 stop18h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 4/2

08:10-08:35

1 stop25h 55m

AED 1,245

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Fri 28/2

18:00-00:10

Nonstop4h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 5/3

13:45-16:45

Nonstop4h 30m

AED 1,322

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Thu 13/3

18:30-00:30

Nonstop4h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 19/3

01:35-05:10

Nonstop5h 05m

AED 1,363

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Sun 23/2

19:45-12:50

1 stop15h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 24/2

03:00-09:15

1 stop7h 45m

AED 1,366

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Wed 26/3

16:10-21:55

Nonstop4h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 6/4

02:55-05:50

Nonstop4h 25m

AED 1,576

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Sat 5/7

13:15-03:25

1 stop12h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 29/7

10:30-03:15

1 stop18h 15m

AED 1,594

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Thu 30/1

20:05-03:50

1 stop6h 15m

AED 518

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Sun 9/2

20:05-11:45

2 stops14h 10m

AED 536

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Best time to book a flight from Dubai to Colombo

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Travel insights for flights from Dubai to Colombo

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Dubai to Colombo including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 10 January 2025.

Booking 7 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 18 January 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 10% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Friday 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 18 January 2025.

The most flights from DXB to CMB are scheduled on a Thursday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 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 18 January 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown flydubai, Qatar Airways and Air India 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,752 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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.

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,925 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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.

Gulf Air
7.2
Good
218 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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 18 outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day. 15 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, Salam Air (AED 1,238), Air India (AED 1,245), and FitsAir (AED 1,322) offers the cheapest pricing from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Users have found that Salam Air is 18% 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 518 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Salam Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on FitsAir and flydubai, with prices starting from AED 540 and AED 577, respectively.

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

    Consider flydubai (75%), Emirates (73%) or Air Mauritius (71%) 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 3,068, our data indicates the cheapest price to be AED 515. The most popular route (Dubai Intl - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl), is priced around AED 1,150.

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

    Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights have a stopover in Abu Dhabi most often. Muscat sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Malé follows Muscat in terms of the most frequent stopover location on Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights.

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

    Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Chennai. Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights stopping in Manama are the next rarest. Manama is followed by Kuwait City in terms of the least popular stopover location 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 389AverageAED 797FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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IndiGoCheapestAED 396AverageAED 1,393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Salam AirCheapestAED 575AverageAED 1,648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 649AverageAED 1,992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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FlexFlightCheapestAED 722AverageAED 1,644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FitsAirCheapestAED 1,022AverageAED 1,539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air ArabiaCheapestAED 1,097AverageAED 1,422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Air IndiaCheapestAED 1,184AverageAED 1,337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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