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Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi from AED 643

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 23/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — AUH
6 Jun — 13 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl are usually found in May or October, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Colombo to Abu Dhabi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 May 2026.

Thu 4/604:10
CMB
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 30m
Etihad Airways
Wed 10/602:25
AUH
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/5AED 1,105
Tue 19/504:10
CMB
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 30m
Etihad Airways
Wed 20/502:25
AUH
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/5AED 1,120
Thu 7/504:10
CMB
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 30m
Etihad Airways
Wed 13/502:25
AUH
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/5AED 1,127
Fri 8/504:10
CMB
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 30m
Etihad Airways
Wed 13/502:25
AUH
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/5AED 1,131
Thu 10/916:20
CMB
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 30m
Etihad Airways
Wed 16/902:25
AUH
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/5AED 1,138
Fri 8/521:30
CMB
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 35m
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi
Sat 9/514:40
AUH
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 40m
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi
Deal found 3/5AED 1,149
Tue 2/616:20
CMB
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 30m
Etihad Airways
Mon 15/602:25
AUH
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/5AED 1,160
Sat 9/521:30
CMB
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 35m
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi
Sat 16/514:40
AUH
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 40m
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi
Deal found 6/5AED 1,175
Tue 12/516:20
CMB
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 30m
Etihad Airways
Wed 13/514:25
AUH
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/5AED 1,223
Fri 8/517:20
CMB
-
AUH
2 stops27h 50m
Gulf Air
Thu 14/519:20
AUH
-
CMB
2 stops12h 50m
Gulf Air
Deal found 7/5AED 1,249
Wed 27/517:20
CMB
-
AUH
2 stops31h 15m
Gulf Air
Sat 30/523:50
AUH
-
CMB
2 stops32h 20m
Gulf Air
Deal found 3/5AED 1,260

Find flight deals from Colombo to Abu Dhabi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Colombo (CMB) to Abu Dhabi (AUH). 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 7 May 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 1,105

One-way from

AED 643

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

AED 705

Good round-trip deal

AED 645 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 638 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 4/6-10/6
  • Nonstop
  • 9h 10m total
  • Colombo to Abu Dhabi
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 22/5
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 30m total
  • Colombo to Abu Dhabi
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (AED 163 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

ColomboAbu Dhabi

CMB - AUH

CMBAUH

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 4/6

04:10-07:10

Nonstop4h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 10/6

02:25-08:35

Nonstop4h 40m

AED 1,105

ColomboAbu Dhabi

CMB - AUH

CMBAUH

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 2/6

16:20-19:20

Nonstop4h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 15/6

02:25-08:35

Nonstop4h 40m

AED 1,160
Fastest return journey

ColomboAbu Dhabi

CMB - AUH

CMBAUH

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 18/6

04:10-07:10

Nonstop4h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 25/6

08:50-14:55

Nonstop4h 35m

AED 1,293

ColomboAbu Dhabi

CMB - AUH

CMBAUH

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 10/9

04:35-10:55

1 stop7h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 17/9

17:40-03:05

1 stop7h 55m

AED 1,410

ColomboAbu Dhabi

CMB - AUH

CMBAUH

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 18/6

04:10-07:10

Nonstop4h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 25/6

17:40-03:05

1 stop7h 55m

AED 1,414

ColomboAbu Dhabi

CMB - AUH

CMBAUH

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 4/6

11:20-03:40

1 stop17h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 11/6

23:50-16:50

1 stop15h 30m

AED 1,421

ColomboAbu Dhabi

CMB - AUH

CMBAUH

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 25/6

04:10-07:10

Nonstop4h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 9/7

02:25-08:35

Nonstop4h 40m

AED 1,447

ColomboAbu Dhabi

CMB - AUH

CMBAUH

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 26/6

04:35-16:20

1 stop13h 15m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 30/6

22:45-17:45

1 stop17h 30m

AED 1,583

ColomboAbu Dhabi

CMB - AUH

CMBAUH

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 18/6

04:10-07:10

Nonstop4h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 21/7

00:15-23:10

1 stop21h 25m

AED 1,623

ColomboAbu Dhabi

CMB - AUH

CMBAUH

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 18/6

10:30-22:15

1 stop13h 15m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 22/7

12:25-03:05

1 stop13h 10m

AED 1,693

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 64 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi (average of AED 705). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi in January is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,627). 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 CMB to AUH?

Find hourly flight availability from Colombo to Abu Dhabi. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 7 May 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi as you normally would.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Abu Dhabi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Abu Dhabi. 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 Abu Dhabi. Reviews last updated 7 May 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Etihad Airways and SriLankan Airlines from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,434 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tom,May 2026

JFK - AUH

Everything was good except the lie flat bed. The bed has a gap and is uncomfortable to lie on. The hostesses were great; the food service was reasonable and the connecting flight services and the baggage service were good. Entertainment service was also good.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,434 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,434 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tom,May 2026

JFK - AUH

Everything was good except the lie flat bed. The bed has a gap and is uncomfortable to lie on. The hostesses were great; the food service was reasonable and the connecting flight services and the baggage service were good. Entertainment service was also good.
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
82 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,434 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tom,May 2026

JFK - AUH

Everything was good except the lie flat bed. The bed has a gap and is uncomfortable to lie on. The hostesses were great; the food service was reasonable and the connecting flight services and the baggage service were good. Entertainment service was also good.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Abu Dhabi from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Abu Dhabi. You should not have trouble finding flights to Zayed Intl from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl; the airport handles an average of 11 inbound flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights to the Abu Dhabi airport from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. It is only a 28.0 km journey from Zayed Intl (AUH) to Abu Dhabi’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi?

    Departing from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi will take you 4h 30m. Airlines will cover a distance of 3298 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at AED 665, Etihad Airways will fly you from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi and back. In addition to Etihad Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air Arabia Abu Dhabi and SriLankan Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from AED 719 and AED 935, respectively. Etihad Airways is currently priced 42% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Etihad Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at AED 278. Air Arabia Abu Dhabi flights start at AED 326 while deals on SriLankan Airlines start at AED 571 one-way.

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

    Before booking your flight to Abu Dhabi from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: KLM (67%), SriLankan Airlines (67%), Ethiopian Air( 66%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay AED 665 for a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi. The cheapest flight overall is AED 595 while the most popular route, (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl) is currently priced at AED 1,157.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Colombo to Abu Dhabi?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Colombo to Abu Dhabi 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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi (average of AED 705). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi in January is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,627). 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 665AverageAED 1,171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air Arabia Abu DhabiCheapestAED 719AverageAED 1,070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapestAED 935AverageAED 1,449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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