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Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi from AED 275

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 22/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — AUH
19 Jul — 26 Jul1
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 Tuesday 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 14 July 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 907

One-way from

AED 275

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

AED 1,084

Good round-trip deal

AED 385 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 285 or less
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi
  • Air Arabia Abu Dhabi
  • 2/8-30/8
  • Nonstop
  • 9h 15m total
  • Colombo to Abu Dhabi
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 22/7
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 30m total
  • Colombo to Abu Dhabi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price (AED 914 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (AED 129 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 14 July 2025.

Tue 22/710:05CMB - AUH
Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 24/707:50AUH - CMB
1 stop13h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/7AED 775
Sat 2/805:05CMB - AUH
Nonstop4h 35mAir Arabia Abu Dhabi
Sat 30/822:15AUH - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mAir Arabia Abu Dhabi
Deal found 12/7AED 907
Sat 19/703:30CMB - AUH
1 stop25h 30mIndiGo
Wed 30/718:45AUH - CMB
1 stop12h 30mIndiGo
Deal found 13/7AED 1,219

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Colombo to Abu Dhabi 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 14 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi that are best for you.

Fly from

Colombo

Fly to

Abu Dhabi

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ColomboAbu Dhabi

CMB - AUH

CMBAUH

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 2/8

05:05-08:10

Nonstop4h 35m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 30/8

22:15-04:25

Nonstop4h 40m

AED 907

ColomboAbu Dhabi

CMB - AUH

CMBAUH

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 2/8

05:05-08:10

Nonstop4h 35m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 29/8

02:20-08:30

Nonstop4h 40m

AED 948

ColomboAbu Dhabi

CMB - AUH

CMBAUH

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 7/8

21:55-07:40

1 stop11h 15m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 17/8

04:30-18:30

1 stop12h 30m

AED 1,297

ColomboAbu Dhabi

CMB - AUH

CMBAUH

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 22/7

04:05-07:05

Nonstop4h 30m

AED 275

ColomboAbu Dhabi

CMB - AUH

CMBAUH

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 27/7

05:05-08:10

Nonstop4h 35m

AED 323

ColomboAbu Dhabi

CMB - AUH

CMBAUH

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 24/7

18:50-22:00

Nonstop4h 40m

AED 466

ColomboAbu Dhabi

CMB - AUH

CMBAUH

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 23/7

03:30-03:30

1 stop25h 30m

AED 588

ColomboAbu Dhabi

CMB - AUH

CMBAUH

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 23/7

03:30-22:55

2 stops20h 55m

AED 720

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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 11 July 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 14 July 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 35% on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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 14 July 2025.

The most flights from CMB to AUH are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

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 14 July 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Etihad Airways, SriLankan Airlines, andIndiGo 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
7.4
Good
1,222 reviews
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Food

7.2

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AUH - HYD

The AC is poor ,inspite of letting the flight attendents know they did not increase the AC.Food is very bad.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,222 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,222 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AUH - HYD

The AC is poor ,inspite of letting the flight attendents know they did not increase the AC.Food is very bad.
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
74 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,222 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AUH - HYD

The AC is poor ,inspite of letting the flight attendents know they did not increase the AC.Food is very bad.
IndiGo
6.8
Okay
478 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,222 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AUH - HYD

The AC is poor ,inspite of letting the flight attendents know they did not increase the AC.Food is very bad.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Colombo to Abu Dhabi. 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 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 6 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 907, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi will fly you from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi and back. In addition to Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on IndiGo for as low as AED 1,297. Air Arabia Abu Dhabi is currently priced 18% 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 275. Air Arabia Abu Dhabi flights start at AED 323 while deals on SriLankan Airlines start at AED 466 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 (96%), SriLankan Airlines (95%), Scandinavian Airlines( 92%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay AED 712 for a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi. The cheapest flight overall is AED 300 while the most popular route, (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl) is currently priced at AED 808.

  • 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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Top 3 airlines flying from Colombo to Abu Dhabi

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 682AverageAED 1,232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air Arabia Abu DhabiCheapestAED 736AverageAED 976FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapestAED 1,013AverageAED 1,365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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