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Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi from AED 316

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 7/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — AUH
28 May — 4 Jun1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl are usually found in May or September, booked 48 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Sunday

Cheap 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 23 May 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 903

One-way from

AED 316

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

AED 709

Good round-trip deal

AED 385 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 365 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 4/6-8/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 20m total
  • Colombo to Abu Dhabi
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 7/6
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 35m total
  • Colombo to Abu Dhabi
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price (AED 986 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (AED 138 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl.

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Cheapest flights from Colombo to Abu Dhabi
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 23 May 2025.

Wed 4/619:30CMB - AUH
1 stop9h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/614:20AUH - CMB
Nonstop4h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/5AED 903
Wed 8/1018:50CMB - AUH
Nonstop4h 40mSriLankan Airlines
Sat 18/1023:00AUH - CMB
Nonstop4h 30mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 23/5AED 1,109
Wed 4/621:45CMB - AUH
Nonstop4h 40mEtihad Airways
Sat 7/602:20AUH - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 23/5AED 1,146
Mon 2/619:30CMB - AUH
1 stop9h 30mIndiGo
Sun 8/621:55AUH - CMB
1 stop12h 25mIndiGo
Deal found 22/5AED 1,440
Wed 8/1010:30CMB - AUH
1 stop13h 15mQatar Airways
Sat 18/1011:55AUH - CMB
1 stop12h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 23/5AED 1,451
Mon 2/617:25CMB - AUH
2 stops31h 20mGulf Air
Sat 7/600:05AUH - CMB
2 stops31h 55mGulf Air
Deal found 22/5AED 1,631
Wed 8/1009:40CMB - AUH
1 stop15h 05mAir India
Fri 17/1000:15AUH - CMB
1 stop13h 15mAir India
Deal found 23/5AED 1,803
Wed 3/1207:40CMB - AUH
1 stop19h 10mTurkish Airlines
Mon 8/1207:55AUH - CMB
1 stop20h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 23/5AED 4,040

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Colombo

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Price

ColomboAbu Dhabi

CMB - AUH

CMBAUH

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 4/6

19:30-03:30

1 stop9h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 8/6

14:20-20:40

Nonstop4h 50m

AED 903

ColomboAbu Dhabi

CMB - AUH

CMBAUH

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 8/10

18:50-22:00

Nonstop4h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 18/10

23:00-05:00

Nonstop4h 30m

AED 1,109

ColomboAbu Dhabi

CMB - AUH

CMBAUH

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 4/6

21:45-00:55

Nonstop4h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 7/6

02:20-08:30

Nonstop4h 40m

AED 1,146

ColomboAbu Dhabi

CMB - AUH

CMBAUH

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 2/6

19:30-03:30

1 stop9h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 8/6

21:55-11:50

1 stop12h 25m

AED 1,440

ColomboAbu Dhabi

CMB - AUH

CMBAUH

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 8/10

10:30-22:15

1 stop13h 15m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 18/10

11:55-02:05

1 stop12h 40m

AED 1,451

ColomboAbu Dhabi

CMB - AUH

CMBAUH

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 2/6

17:25-23:15

2 stops31h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 7/6

00:05-09:30

2 stops31h 55m

AED 1,631

ColomboAbu Dhabi

CMB - AUH

CMBAUH

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 8/10

09:40-23:15

1 stop15h 05m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 17/10

00:15-15:00

1 stop13h 15m

AED 1,803

ColomboAbu Dhabi

CMB - AUH

CMBAUH

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 7/6

06:45-06:15

1 stop25h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 4/7

01:35-05:15

1 stop26h 10m

AED 4,818

ColomboAbu Dhabi

CMB - AUH

CMBAUH

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 7/6

16:30-19:35

Nonstop4h 35m

AED 316

ColomboAbu Dhabi

CMB - AUH

CMBAUH

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 8/6

05:05-08:10

Nonstop4h 35m

AED 386

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Best time to book a flight from Colombo to Abu Dhabi

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Colombo to Abu Dhabi. Price data was last updated on 16 May 2025.

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 48 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 23 May 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 33% on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi

Explore weekly flight availability from Colombo to Abu Dhabi. 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 23 May 2025.

The most flights from CMB to AUH are scheduled on a Friday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Abu Dhabi by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Abu Dhabi ranges from 10.0 - 20.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 20.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Abu Dhabi when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Abu Dhabi by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Abu Dhabi, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July 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 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 23 May 2025.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Piero,Sep 2024

SYD - DPS

I had a pleasant experience with the cabin staff, who were attentive, friendly, and accommodating throughout the flight. Their professionalism made the journey more comfortable. The food and beverage were well-presented, and delicious, perfectly meeting my expectations. I appreciated that the airline accommodated dietary preferences (Seafood Meal), which enhanced my overall experience. I am writing this feedback on behalf of my friends and family who traveled in the economy class. We strongly believe that there is a splendid opportunity to further enrich the economy class experience by introducing a new feature for purchase, drawing inspiration from your existing product, 'Garuda Priority Service.' 1. Enhanced Meal Options Introduce a premium meal selection for purchase in the economy class. This would allow economy class passengers to relish business class meals. Providing the option to savor premium meals would undoubtedly elevate the travel experience for passengers. 2. Upgraded Amenity Kits Offer economy class passengers the opportunity to purchase enhanced amenity kits, inclusive of noise-canceling headphones and other amenities akin to those provided in the business class. The provision of these upgraded amenity kits would significantly enhance the in-flight comfort and overall experience for economy class travelers. 3. Displaying the menu on the in-flight entertainment screen would be helpful. 4. Implementing a system similar to Tapendium, where passengers can order snacks, beverages, and other items directly from the in-flight entertainment screen, would further enhance the passenger experience.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Piero,Sep 2024

SYD - DPS

I had a pleasant experience with the cabin staff, who were attentive, friendly, and accommodating throughout the flight. Their professionalism made the journey more comfortable. The food and beverage were well-presented, and delicious, perfectly meeting my expectations. I appreciated that the airline accommodated dietary preferences (Seafood Meal), which enhanced my overall experience. I am writing this feedback on behalf of my friends and family who traveled in the economy class. We strongly believe that there is a splendid opportunity to further enrich the economy class experience by introducing a new feature for purchase, drawing inspiration from your existing product, 'Garuda Priority Service.' 1. Enhanced Meal Options Introduce a premium meal selection for purchase in the economy class. This would allow economy class passengers to relish business class meals. Providing the option to savor premium meals would undoubtedly elevate the travel experience for passengers. 2. Upgraded Amenity Kits Offer economy class passengers the opportunity to purchase enhanced amenity kits, inclusive of noise-canceling headphones and other amenities akin to those provided in the business class. The provision of these upgraded amenity kits would significantly enhance the in-flight comfort and overall experience for economy class travelers. 3. Displaying the menu on the in-flight entertainment screen would be helpful. 4. Implementing a system similar to Tapendium, where passengers can order snacks, beverages, and other items directly from the in-flight entertainment screen, would further enhance the passenger experience.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Piero,Sep 2024

SYD - DPS

I had a pleasant experience with the cabin staff, who were attentive, friendly, and accommodating throughout the flight. Their professionalism made the journey more comfortable. The food and beverage were well-presented, and delicious, perfectly meeting my expectations. I appreciated that the airline accommodated dietary preferences (Seafood Meal), which enhanced my overall experience. I am writing this feedback on behalf of my friends and family who traveled in the economy class. We strongly believe that there is a splendid opportunity to further enrich the economy class experience by introducing a new feature for purchase, drawing inspiration from your existing product, 'Garuda Priority Service.' 1. Enhanced Meal Options Introduce a premium meal selection for purchase in the economy class. This would allow economy class passengers to relish business class meals. Providing the option to savor premium meals would undoubtedly elevate the travel experience for passengers. 2. Upgraded Amenity Kits Offer economy class passengers the opportunity to purchase enhanced amenity kits, inclusive of noise-canceling headphones and other amenities akin to those provided in the business class. The provision of these upgraded amenity kits would significantly enhance the in-flight comfort and overall experience for economy class travelers. 3. Displaying the menu on the in-flight entertainment screen would be helpful. 4. Implementing a system similar to Tapendium, where passengers can order snacks, beverages, and other items directly from the in-flight entertainment screen, would further enhance the passenger experience.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Piero,Sep 2024

SYD - DPS

I had a pleasant experience with the cabin staff, who were attentive, friendly, and accommodating throughout the flight. Their professionalism made the journey more comfortable. The food and beverage were well-presented, and delicious, perfectly meeting my expectations. I appreciated that the airline accommodated dietary preferences (Seafood Meal), which enhanced my overall experience. I am writing this feedback on behalf of my friends and family who traveled in the economy class. We strongly believe that there is a splendid opportunity to further enrich the economy class experience by introducing a new feature for purchase, drawing inspiration from your existing product, 'Garuda Priority Service.' 1. Enhanced Meal Options Introduce a premium meal selection for purchase in the economy class. This would allow economy class passengers to relish business class meals. Providing the option to savor premium meals would undoubtedly elevate the travel experience for passengers. 2. Upgraded Amenity Kits Offer economy class passengers the opportunity to purchase enhanced amenity kits, inclusive of noise-canceling headphones and other amenities akin to those provided in the business class. The provision of these upgraded amenity kits would significantly enhance the in-flight comfort and overall experience for economy class travelers. 3. Displaying the menu on the in-flight entertainment screen would be helpful. 4. Implementing a system similar to Tapendium, where passengers can order snacks, beverages, and other items directly from the in-flight entertainment screen, would further enhance the passenger experience.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Piero,Sep 2024

SYD - DPS

I had a pleasant experience with the cabin staff, who were attentive, friendly, and accommodating throughout the flight. Their professionalism made the journey more comfortable. The food and beverage were well-presented, and delicious, perfectly meeting my expectations. I appreciated that the airline accommodated dietary preferences (Seafood Meal), which enhanced my overall experience. I am writing this feedback on behalf of my friends and family who traveled in the economy class. We strongly believe that there is a splendid opportunity to further enrich the economy class experience by introducing a new feature for purchase, drawing inspiration from your existing product, 'Garuda Priority Service.' 1. Enhanced Meal Options Introduce a premium meal selection for purchase in the economy class. This would allow economy class passengers to relish business class meals. Providing the option to savor premium meals would undoubtedly elevate the travel experience for passengers. 2. Upgraded Amenity Kits Offer economy class passengers the opportunity to purchase enhanced amenity kits, inclusive of noise-canceling headphones and other amenities akin to those provided in the business class. The provision of these upgraded amenity kits would significantly enhance the in-flight comfort and overall experience for economy class travelers. 3. Displaying the menu on the in-flight entertainment screen would be helpful. 4. Implementing a system similar to Tapendium, where passengers can order snacks, beverages, and other items directly from the in-flight entertainment screen, would further enhance the passenger experience.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Piero,Sep 2024

SYD - DPS

I had a pleasant experience with the cabin staff, who were attentive, friendly, and accommodating throughout the flight. Their professionalism made the journey more comfortable. The food and beverage were well-presented, and delicious, perfectly meeting my expectations. I appreciated that the airline accommodated dietary preferences (Seafood Meal), which enhanced my overall experience. I am writing this feedback on behalf of my friends and family who traveled in the economy class. We strongly believe that there is a splendid opportunity to further enrich the economy class experience by introducing a new feature for purchase, drawing inspiration from your existing product, 'Garuda Priority Service.' 1. Enhanced Meal Options Introduce a premium meal selection for purchase in the economy class. This would allow economy class passengers to relish business class meals. Providing the option to savor premium meals would undoubtedly elevate the travel experience for passengers. 2. Upgraded Amenity Kits Offer economy class passengers the opportunity to purchase enhanced amenity kits, inclusive of noise-canceling headphones and other amenities akin to those provided in the business class. The provision of these upgraded amenity kits would significantly enhance the in-flight comfort and overall experience for economy class travelers. 3. Displaying the menu on the in-flight entertainment screen would be helpful. 4. Implementing a system similar to Tapendium, where passengers can order snacks, beverages, and other items directly from the in-flight entertainment screen, would further enhance the passenger experience.

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 5 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.

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

    Currently priced at AED 1,109, SriLankan Airlines will fly you from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi and back. In addition to SriLankan Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Etihad Airways and Air Arabia Abu Dhabi - these airlines can fly you to your destination from AED 1,146 and AED 1,149, respectively.

  • 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 316. Air Arabia Abu Dhabi flights start at AED 386 while deals on IndiGo start at AED 610 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: Etihad Airways (93%), Air France (93%), Scandinavian Airlines( 93%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay AED 493 for a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi. The cheapest flight overall is AED 291 while the most popular route, (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl) is currently priced at AED 591.

  • 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.

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Air Arabia Abu DhabiCheapestAED 386AverageAED 997FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 670AverageAED 1,171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapestAED 1,044AverageAED 1,431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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