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Cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from AED 441

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 14/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AUH — CMB
15 Jul — 22 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in September or October, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Friday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Abu Dhabi to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Abu Dhabi (AUH) 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 10 July 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 892

One-way from

AED 441

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

AED 1,671

Good round-trip deal

AED 1,102 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 558 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 19/11-28/11
  • Nonstop
  • 9h 10m total
  • Abu Dhabi to Colombo
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 14/8
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 40m total
  • Abu Dhabi to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (AED 627 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (AED 148 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Abu Dhabi to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 July 2025.

Tue 22/720:00AUH - CMB
1 stop8h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 27/705:05CMB - AUH
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/7AED 903
Sat 4/1014:20AUH - CMB
Nonstop4h 45mEtihad Airways
Sat 11/1004:05CMB - AUH
Nonstop4h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 8/7AED 922
Wed 23/714:40AUH - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mAir Arabia Abu Dhabi
Sat 26/705:05CMB - AUH
Nonstop4h 35mAir Arabia Abu Dhabi
Deal found 9/7AED 1,054
Sat 11/1023:00AUH - CMB
Nonstop4h 30mSriLankan Airlines
Sat 18/1018:50CMB - AUH
Nonstop4h 40mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 9/7AED 1,058

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customise your flight search to find flights from Abu Dhabi 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 10 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Abu Dhabi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Abu Dhabi

Fly to

Colombo

Route

Departure

Return

Price

Abu DhabiColombo

AUH - CMB

AUHCMB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 22/7

20:00-05:40

1 stop8h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 27/7

05:05-08:10

Nonstop4h 35m

AED 903

Abu DhabiColombo

AUH - CMB

AUHCMB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 19/11

14:20-20:20

Nonstop4h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 28/11

04:00-07:10

Nonstop4h 40m

AED 911

Abu DhabiColombo

AUH - CMB

AUHCMB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 25/8

23:00-05:00

Nonstop4h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 14/10

18:50-22:00

Nonstop4h 40m

AED 1,028

Abu DhabiColombo

AUH - CMB

AUHCMB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 23/7

14:40-20:50

Nonstop4h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 26/7

05:05-08:10

Nonstop4h 35m

AED 1,054

Abu DhabiColombo

AUH - CMB

AUHCMB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 14/8

02:20-08:30

Nonstop4h 40m

AED 441

Abu DhabiColombo

AUH - CMB

AUHCMB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 28/7

07:50-23:10

1 stop13h 50m

AED 477

Abu DhabiColombo

AUH - CMB

AUHCMB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 5/8

04:30-02:30

1 stop20h 30m

AED 499

Abu DhabiColombo

AUH - CMB

AUHCMB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 11/8

23:00-05:00

Nonstop4h 30m

AED 551

Abu DhabiColombo

AUH - CMB

AUHCMB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 15/7

20:00-08:40

1 stop11h 10m

AED 558

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Best time to book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Colombo

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Abu Dhabi to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 27 June 2025.

Booking 70 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Abu Dhabi 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 Abu Dhabi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of AED 280). Flying from Abu Dhabi 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 AUH to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from Abu Dhabi 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 10 July 2025.

When flying from Abu Dhabi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 14% versus a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Abu Dhabi to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 6 July 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Abu Dhabi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Abu Dhabi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Abu Dhabi 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 10 July 2025.

The most flights from AUH to CMB are scheduled on a Wednesday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Abu Dhabi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

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 10 July 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Etihad Airways, SriLankan Airlines, andIndiGo from Abu Dhabi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport 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
Check prices

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.2

Comfort

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

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.2

Comfort

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

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.2

Comfort

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
477 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,222 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.2

Comfort

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.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,924 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,222 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.2

Comfort

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 Abu Dhabi 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 Abu Dhabi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. You should not have trouble finding flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl from Zayed Intl; the airport handles an average of 8 outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 8 airlines have flights from the Abu Dhabi airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. It is only a 28.0 km journey to Zayed Intl (AUH) from Abu Dhabi’s city centre.

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

    Flying on Etihad Airways is currently your cheapest option to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, with prices starting at AED 892. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by SriLankan Airlines and Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, with the lowest prices starting at AED 911 and AED 914, respectively. Etihad Airways is 27% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    AED 441 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Etihad Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on IndiGo and SriLankan Airlines, with prices starting from AED 499 and AED 551, respectively.

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

    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 Abu Dhabi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on time: KLM (95%), SriLankan Airlines (83%), Etihad Airways (79%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Abu Dhabi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport? While on average our users pay AED 1,114, our data indicates the cheapest price to be AED 402. The most popular route (Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl), is priced around AED 757.

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

    Flights departing from Abu Dhabi and landing in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport stopover in Doha most frequently. Mumbai follows Doha in terms of the most common stopover location on Abu Dhabi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights.

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

    Flights departing from Abu Dhabi and landing in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport stopover in Mumbai least frequently.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of AED 280). Flying from Abu Dhabi 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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IndiGoCheapestAED 635AverageAED 1,378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 643AverageAED 1,272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air Arabia Abu DhabiCheapestAED 650AverageAED 1,363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapestAED 984AverageAED 1,491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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VistaraCheapestAED 1,318AverageAED 1,406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 1,348AverageAED 1,614FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air IndiaCheapestAED 1,406AverageAED 1,646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestAED 1,595AverageAED 1,679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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