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Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from AED 353

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 29/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — CMB
13 Nov — 20 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dubai Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in October or September, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

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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 14 October 2025.

Mon 24/1118:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mFitsAir
Fri 28/1113:55CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 20mFitsAir
Deal found 11/10AED 801
Fri 31/1018:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mFitsAir
Sun 9/1113:45CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 30mFitsAir
Deal found 12/10AED 808
Sun 2/1118:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mFitsAir
Sun 9/1113:45CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 30mFitsAir
Deal found 11/10AED 837
Mon 10/1118:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mFitsAir
Mon 17/1113:45CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 30mFitsAir
Deal found 13/10AED 845
Thu 30/1018:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mFitsAir
Thu 27/1113:45CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 30mFitsAir
Deal found 13/10AED 848
Thu 20/1118:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mFitsAir
Thu 27/1113:45CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 30mFitsAir
Deal found 12/10AED 852
Tue 11/1118:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mFitsAir
Tue 18/1113:45CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 30mFitsAir
Deal found 12/10AED 856
Tue 11/1118:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mFitsAir
Sat 22/1113:45CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 30mFitsAir
Deal found 12/10AED 859
Sat 8/1118:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mFitsAir
Sat 15/1113:45CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 30mFitsAir
Deal found 12/10AED 863
Thu 23/1023:15DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mFitsAir
Thu 30/1013:45CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 30mFitsAir
Deal found 12/10AED 867
Sat 1/1118:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mFitsAir
Sat 8/1113:45CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 30mFitsAir
Deal found 12/10AED 870
Wed 5/1118:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mFitsAir
Thu 6/1113:45CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 30mFitsAir
Deal found 12/10AED 874

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 14 October 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 808

One-way from

AED 353

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

AED 1,127

Good round-trip deal

AED 1,075 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 473 or less
FitsAir
  • FitsAir
  • 25/10-1/11
  • Nonstop
  • 9h 10m total
  • Dubai to Colombo
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FitsAir
  • FitsAir
  • 29/10
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 40m total
  • Dubai to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (AED 612 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (AED 130 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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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 14 October 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

Fly to

Colombo

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Departure

Return

Price

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Thu 13/11

18:00-00:10

Nonstop4h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 20/11

13:45-16:45

Nonstop4h 30m

AED 856

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Sat 1/11

18:45-00:45

Nonstop4h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 7/11

01:45-05:10

Nonstop4h 55m

AED 1,028

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Wed 12/11

02:15-08:15

Nonstop4h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 20/11

09:15-12:50

Nonstop5h 05m

AED 1,050

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Thu 13/11

13:20-01:45

1 stop10h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 20/11

09:20-21:55

1 stop14h 05m

AED 1,138

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Fri 9/1

13:20-01:45

1 stop10h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 15/1

09:20-21:55

1 stop14h 05m

AED 1,138

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Sat 8/11

18:45-00:45

Nonstop4h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 14/11

01:45-05:10

Nonstop4h 55m

AED 1,186

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Thu 13/11

16:45-03:30

1 stop9h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 20/11

13:45-16:45

Nonstop4h 30m

AED 1,197

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Wed 5/11

16:00-22:00

Nonstop4h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 9/11

09:15-12:50

Nonstop5h 05m

AED 1,348

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Wed 3/12

22:55-08:20

1 stop7h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 1/1

09:20-17:55

1 stop10h 05m

AED 1,373

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Thu 30/10

02:15-08:15

Nonstop4h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 8/11

01:45-05:10

Nonstop4h 55m

AED 1,388

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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

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 10 October 2025.

Booking 68 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of AED 477). Flying from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of AED 874). 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 14 October 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 5 October 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Dubai 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 14 October 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Etihad Airways, andSriLankan Airlines from Dubai 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,375 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,375 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,375 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,279 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,375 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
SriLankan Airlines
6.9
Okay
76 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,375 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
flydubai
6.5
Okay
144 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,375 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

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 18 outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day. 13 airlines have flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl from Dubai Intl on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    For as low as AED 1,028, FitsAir can have you in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Dubai in 4h 30m. Airlines will cover a distance of 3286 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    According to our current data, Salam Air (AED 426), Etihad Airways (AED 503), and IndiGo (AED 525) offers the cheapest pricing from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Users have found that Salam Air is 70% 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 503 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from flydubai. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Kuwait Airways and FitsAir, with prices starting from AED 562 and AED 580, respectively.

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

    Consider FitsAir (81%), flydubai (62%) or Air Mauritius (59%) 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 1,537, our data indicates the cheapest price to be AED 408. The most popular route (Dubai Intl - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl), is priced around AED 709.

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

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Abu Dhabi?

    Qasr al-Hosn, Yas Waterworld, and Emirates Park Zoo are the most popular attractions in Abu Dhabi if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Qasr al-Hosn, Yas Waterworld, and Emirates Park Zoo can be visited by traveling about 30.5 km, 8.0 km, and 12.8 km respectively from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl. Travellers in need of a car in Abu Dhabi can rent one for about AED 75 per day.

  • 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 Kuwait City. Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights stopping in New Delhi are the next rarest. New Delhi 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of AED 477). Flying from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of AED 874). 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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Salam AirCheapestAED 426AverageAED 1,152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 503AverageAED 975FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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IndiGoCheapestAED 525AverageAED 1,506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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طيران الجزيرة‎CheapestAED 534AverageAED 810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time95%
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Air ArabiaCheapestAED 551AverageAED 1,168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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FlexFlightCheapestAED 885AverageAED 1,668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FitsAirCheapestAED 968AverageAED 1,307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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flydubaiCheapestAED 1,075AverageAED 1,527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air IndiaCheapestAED 1,189AverageAED 1,289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapestAED 1,252AverageAED 1,674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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