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Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from AED 485

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 26/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — CMB
2 May — 9 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dubai Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in October or September, booked 7 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Dubai to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dubai (DXB) 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 27 April 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 1,197

One-way from

AED 485

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

AED 1,469

Good round-trip deal

AED 1,360 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 612 or less
Air India
  • Air India
  • 24/5-25/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 10m total
  • Dubai to Colombo
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FitsAir
  • FitsAir
  • 26/5
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 40m total
  • Dubai to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (AED 525 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (AED 73 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Dubai to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dubai to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 April 2025.

Mon 5/519:55DXB - CMB
1 stop6h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/617:25CMB - DXB
2 stops11h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4AED 1,197
Thu 8/501:10DXB - CMB
1 stop6h 50mflydubai
Fri 16/502:05CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 40mflydubai
Deal found 26/4AED 1,201
Mon 19/500:15DXB - CMB
1 stop14h 20mAir India
Fri 23/516:00CMB - DXB
1 stop7h 25mAir India
Deal found 26/4AED 1,212
Tue 29/416:45DXB - CMB
1 stop9h 15mطيران الجزيرة‎
Mon 5/503:30CMB - DXB
1 stop14h 00mطيران الجزيرة‎
Deal found 26/4AED 1,337
Sat 17/521:00DXB - CMB
2 stops11h 00mGulf Air
Wed 21/517:25CMB - DXB
2 stops28h 20mGulf Air
Deal found 26/4AED 1,458
Mon 12/505:00DXB - CMB
1 stop29h 20mIndiGo
Wed 11/603:30CMB - DXB
1 stop7h 10mIndiGo
Deal found 26/4AED 1,572
Mon 5/523:20DXB - CMB
1 stop16h 00mQatar Airways
Mon 12/504:35CMB - DXB
1 stop8h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 26/4AED 1,623
Wed 6/823:15DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 35mHahn Air
Wed 17/918:55CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 50mHahn Air
Deal found 26/4AED 1,745

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Dubai 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 27 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Dubai

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Colombo

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Price

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Fri 16/5

00:15-16:05

1 stop14h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 21/5

09:40-17:55

1 stop9h 45m

AED 1,197

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Thu 8/5

01:10-09:30

1 stop6h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 16/5

02:05-05:15

Nonstop4h 40m

AED 1,201

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Tue 13/5

10:20-16:35

Nonstop4h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 13/5

18:55-22:15

Nonstop4h 50m

AED 1,205

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Mon 12/5

23:15-05:25

Nonstop4h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 12/6

18:55-22:15

Nonstop4h 50m

AED 1,241

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Sat 17/5

21:00-09:30

2 stops11h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 21/5

17:25-20:15

2 stops28h 20m

AED 1,458

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Mon 12/5

05:00-11:50

1 stop29h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 11/6

03:30-09:10

1 stop7h 10m

AED 1,572

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Mon 26/5

23:25-16:50

1 stop15h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 29/5

03:35-11:40

1 stop9h 35m

AED 1,701

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Sat 17/5

10:50-03:30

1 stop15h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 21/5

04:30-18:45

1 stop15h 45m

AED 1,734

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Wed 6/8

23:15-05:20

Nonstop4h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 17/9

18:55-22:15

Nonstop4h 50m

AED 1,745

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Mon 26/5

23:15-05:25

Nonstop4h 40m

AED 485

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Best time to book a flight from Dubai to Colombo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Colombo from Dubai with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Dubai to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025.

Booking 7 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Dubai 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 Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Dubai 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 27 April 2025.

When flying from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 13% versus a flight at midday.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Dubai 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 27 April 2025.

The most flights from DXB to CMB are scheduled on a Monday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).

Rainfall in Colombo by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport ranges from 60.0 - 350.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 350.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

Temperature in Colombo by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 27.0 C).

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 27 April 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Qatar Airways and Gulf Air from Dubai to Colombo. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,211 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,211 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,211 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,560 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,211 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Gulf Air
7.1
Good
200 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,211 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
73 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,211 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl, you will be flying from Dubai Intl. Dubai Intl (DXB) is just 10.9 km from the centre of the city. Dubai Intl is the only Dubai airport and it handles 19 outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day. 14 airlines have flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl from Dubai Intl on a regular basis.

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

    According to our current data, Air India (AED 1,197), flydubai (AED 1,201), and FitsAir (AED 1,216) offers the cheapest pricing from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Users have found that Air India is 20% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    AED 485 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from FitsAir. You may also be able to find cheap deals on flydubai and Salam Air, with prices starting from AED 511 and AED 514, respectively.

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

    Consider Air Canada (93%), ITA Airways (93%) or Air Mauritius (92%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport? While on average our users pay AED 2,633, our data indicates the cheapest price to be AED 538. The most popular route (Dubai Intl - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl), is priced around AED 984.

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

    Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights have a stopover in Abu Dhabi most often. Muscat sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Mumbai follows Muscat in terms of the most frequent stopover location on Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights.

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

    Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Chennai. Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights stopping in Kuwait City are the next rarest. Kuwait City is followed by Malé in terms of the least popular stopover location for Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of AED 280). Flying from Dubai 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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Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Dubai to Colombo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 220,657 searches. Data last updated 27 April 2025.
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IndiGoCheapestAED 396AverageAED 1,393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 404AverageAED 812FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Salam AirCheapestAED 585AverageAED 1,634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 649AverageAED 1,992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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طيران الجزيرة‎CheapestAED 700AverageAED 1,313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time95%
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Air ArabiaCheapestAED 734AverageAED 1,408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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FlexFlightCheapestAED 749AverageAED 1,590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FitsAirCheapestAED 1,032AverageAED 1,357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air IndiaCheapestAED 1,168AverageAED 1,249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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flydubaiCheapestAED 1,204AverageAED 1,495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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