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Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from AED 481

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 17/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — CMB
15 Jun — 22 Jun1
1 adult

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

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 10 June 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 1,116

One-way from

AED 481

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

AED 1,396

Good round-trip deal

AED 1,304 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 510 or less
FitsAir
  • FitsAir
  • 22/6-13/7
  • Nonstop
  • 9h 30m total
  • Dubai to Colombo
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flydubai
  • flydubai
  • 17/6
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 45m total
  • Dubai to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (AED 411 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (AED 88 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 10 June 2025.

Mon 9/623:15DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mFitsAir
Fri 13/618:55CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 50mFitsAir
Deal found 9/6AED 1,113
Wed 18/612:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 45mflydubai
Tue 24/610:30CMB - DXB
1 stop7h 00mflydubai
Deal found 8/6AED 1,120
Sat 21/619:55DXB - CMB
1 stop6h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/804:30CMB - DXB
1 stop13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/6AED 1,127
Tue 15/700:15DXB - CMB
1 stop16h 30mAir India
Wed 23/709:40CMB - DXB
1 stop10h 05mAir India
Deal found 9/6AED 1,205
Sun 15/623:35DXB - CMB
2 stops32h 25mGulf Air
Thu 19/617:25CMB - DXB
2 stops24h 00mGulf Air
Deal found 10/6AED 1,238
Sun 8/622:05DXB - CMB
1 stop12h 15mIndiGo
Tue 17/603:30CMB - DXB
1 stop7h 10mIndiGo
Deal found 8/6AED 1,620

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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 10 June 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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Departure

Return

Price

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Sun 22/6

23:15-05:25

Nonstop4h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 13/7

18:55-22:15

Nonstop4h 50m

AED 1,116

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Thu 19/6

10:20-16:35

Nonstop4h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 26/6

10:30-16:00

1 stop7h 00m

AED 1,120

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Sat 21/6

19:55-04:05

1 stop6h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 3/8

04:30-16:00

1 stop13h 00m

AED 1,127

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Wed 16/7

20:40-07:20

1 stop9h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 24/7

16:00-21:55

1 stop7h 25m

AED 1,197

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Fri 20/6

21:00-09:30

2 stops11h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 24/6

17:25-03:30

2 stops11h 35m

AED 1,403

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Tue 5/8

16:45-03:30

1 stop9h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 8/8

04:30-16:00

1 stop13h 00m

AED 1,443

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Sat 21/6

11:10-04:05

1 stop15h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 19/7

05:05-10:10

1 stop6h 35m

AED 1,458

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Wed 6/8

19:40-12:50

1 stop15h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 7/8

21:55-04:00

1 stop7h 35m

AED 1,627

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Tue 17/6

10:20-16:35

Nonstop4h 45m

AED 481

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Thu 7/8

19:40-02:30

1 stop29h 20m

AED 485

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Best time to book a flight from Dubai to Colombo

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

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 10 June 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 evening, which can drop the price by up to 19% 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 1 June 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Friday evenings 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 10 June 2025.

The most flights from DXB to CMB are scheduled on a Friday (23 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 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 10 June 2025.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,264 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
8.1
Very Good
3,264 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,264 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
8.1
Very Good
3,264 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
74 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,264 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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.
IndiGo
6.8
Okay
477 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,264 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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, FitsAir (AED 1,116), flydubai (AED 1,120), and Air India (AED 1,197) offers the cheapest pricing from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Users have found that FitsAir is 24% 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 481 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from flydubai. You may also be able to find cheap deals on IndiGo and Salam Air, with prices starting from AED 485 and AED 510, respectively.

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

    Consider FitsAir (98%), flydubai (92%) or Emirates (88%) 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 2,896, our data indicates the cheapest price to be AED 474. The most popular route (Dubai Intl - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl), is priced around AED 992.

  • 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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IndiGoCheapestAED 396AverageAED 1,428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 402AverageAED 840FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Salam AirCheapestAED 518AverageAED 1,564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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طيران الجزيرة‎CheapestAED 599AverageAED 802FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time95%
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Air ArabiaCheapestAED 631AverageAED 1,467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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FlexFlightCheapestAED 749AverageAED 1,610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 755AverageAED 1,992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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FitsAirCheapestAED 1,024AverageAED 1,317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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flydubaiCheapestAED 1,157AverageAED 1,477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air IndiaCheapestAED 1,178AverageAED 1,245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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