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Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai, United Arab Emirates from AED 617

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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — DXB
14 Apr — 21 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Dubai Intl are usually found in October or June, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Colombo to Dubai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Colombo (CMB) to Dubai (DXB). 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 9 April 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 1,197

One-way from

AED 617

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

AED 1,473

Good round-trip deal

AED 1,380 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 783 or less
Salam Air
  • Salam Air
  • 21/4-28/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 00m total
  • Colombo to Dubai
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FitsAir
  • FitsAir
  • 5/5
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 50m total
  • Colombo to Dubai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (AED 558 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (AED 162 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Colombo to Dubai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Colombo to Dubai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 April 2025.

Mon 21/405:05CMB - DXB
1 stop15h 20mSalam Air
Mon 28/419:55DXB - CMB
1 stop6h 40mSalam Air
Deal found 8/4AED 1,197
Sat 27/1218:55CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 50mFitsAir
Sat 3/123:15DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mFitsAir
Deal found 9/4AED 1,205
Sun 11/518:55CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 16/519:55DXB - CMB
1 stop6h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/4AED 1,216
Fri 3/1013:45CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Mon 6/1023:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 8/4AED 1,267
Sun 4/504:30CMB - DXB
1 stop13h 00mطيران الجزيرة‎
Wed 7/516:45DXB - CMB
1 stop8h 15mطيران الجزيرة‎
Deal found 8/4AED 1,300
Tue 22/413:50CMB - DXB
1 stop20h 50mIndiGo
Tue 29/419:40DXB - CMB
1 stop15h 40mIndiGo
Deal found 8/4AED 1,330
Sat 3/517:35CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 40mflydubai
Mon 5/501:55DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 45mflydubai
Deal found 8/4AED 1,341
Sat 3/516:00CMB - DXB
1 stop7h 25mAir India
Mon 5/500:15DXB - CMB
1 stop14h 20mAir India
Deal found 8/4AED 1,344
Fri 24/1010:05CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 20mEmirates
Wed 29/1018:30DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 30mEmirates
Deal found 9/4AED 1,443
Mon 21/403:35CMB - DXB
1 stop9h 35mQatar Airways
Tue 29/411:45DXB - CMB
1 stop12h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/4AED 1,462
Wed 16/417:25CMB - DXB
2 stops11h 35mGulf Air
Sat 19/419:10DXB - CMB
2 stops12h 50mGulf Air
Deal found 8/4AED 1,535

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Dubai

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Price

ColomboDubai

CMB - DXB

CMBDXB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 21/4

05:05-18:55

1 stop15h 20m

Dubai Intl

Mon 28/4

19:55-04:05

1 stop6h 40m

AED 1,197

ColomboDubai

CMB - DXB

CMBDXB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 11/5

18:55-22:15

Nonstop4h 50m

Dubai Intl

Fri 16/5

23:15-05:25

Nonstop4h 40m

AED 1,212

ColomboDubai

CMB - DXB

CMBDXB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 11/5

18:55-22:15

Nonstop4h 50m

Dubai Intl

Fri 16/5

19:55-04:05

1 stop6h 40m

AED 1,216

ColomboDubai

CMB - DXB

CMBDXB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 3/10

13:45-17:00

Nonstop4h 45m

Dubai Intl

Mon 6/10

23:00-04:55

Nonstop4h 25m

AED 1,267

ColomboDubai

CMB - DXB

CMBDXB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 4/5

04:30-16:00

1 stop13h 00m

Dubai Intl

Wed 7/5

16:45-02:30

1 stop8h 15m

AED 1,300

ColomboDubai

CMB - DXB

CMBDXB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 22/4

13:50-09:10

1 stop20h 50m

Dubai Intl

Tue 29/4

19:40-12:50

1 stop15h 40m

AED 1,330

ColomboDubai

CMB - DXB

CMBDXB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 3/5

17:35-20:45

Nonstop4h 40m

Dubai Intl

Mon 5/5

01:55-08:10

Nonstop4h 45m

AED 1,341

ColomboDubai

CMB - DXB

CMBDXB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 3/5

16:00-21:55

1 stop7h 25m

Dubai Intl

Mon 5/5

00:15-16:05

1 stop14h 20m

AED 1,344

ColomboDubai

CMB - DXB

CMBDXB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 26/5

02:55-05:50

Nonstop4h 25m

Dubai Intl

Thu 5/6

09:45-18:30

1 stop7h 15m

AED 1,443

ColomboDubai

CMB - DXB

CMBDXB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 21/4

03:35-11:40

1 stop9h 35m

Dubai Intl

Tue 29/4

11:45-02:05

1 stop12h 50m

AED 1,462

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Best time to book a flight from Colombo to Dubai

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Colombo to Dubai. Price data was last updated on 4 April 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai, you should look to book at least 88 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Colombo to Dubai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 9 April 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 7% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Colombo to Dubai. Price data was last updated on 30 March 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai

Explore weekly flight availability from Colombo to Dubai. 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 9 April 2025.

The most flights from CMB to DXB are scheduled on a Monday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (20 on average).

Rainfall in Dubai by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Dubai ranges from 10.0 - 40.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 40.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Dubai when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Dubai by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Dubai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 35.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 18.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Dubai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dubai. 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 Dubai. Reviews last updated 9 April 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Colombo to Dubai, see what other customers have to say about Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Qatar Airways. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,195 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,545 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Gulf Air
7.1
Good
200 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,288 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Colombo to Dubai. 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 into for flights to Dubai from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    Most people fly into Dubai Intl (DXB) if they book a flight to Dubai from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. On average, Dubai Intl has 21 inbound flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day from 6 airlines. Dubai Intl is conveniently located just 10.9 km from Dubai’s city centre.

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

    Salam Air, at AED 1,197, was found to be the cheapest airline from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include FitsAir and SriLankan Airlines. Salam Air is priced at 14% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    AED 617 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from FitsAir. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Salam Air and طيران الجزيرة‎, with prices starting from AED 646 and AED 672, respectively.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai on time: Air Mauritius (95%), Emirates (84%), flydubai (83%).

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

    While on average a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai is generally AED 1,207, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is AED 724. When looking at the most popular route, (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Dubai Intl), you can expect to pay AED 1,142 for that flight.

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

    The most popular stopover on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai is Abu Dhabi.

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

    Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Malé.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 429AverageAED 1,142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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FitsAirCheapestAED 948AverageAED 1,316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air ArabiaCheapestAED 976AverageAED 1,242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapestAED 1,084AverageAED 1,426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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flydubaiCheapestAED 1,090AverageAED 1,327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestAED 1,235AverageAED 1,460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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