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Cheap flights from the United Arab Emirates to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from AED 349

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 30/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — CMB
6 Sep — 13 Sep1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from United Arab Emirates to Colombo

Keep the following information in mind while searching for United Arab Emirates to Colombo flight deals. Data was last updated 1 September 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 731

One-way from

AED 349

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

AED 1,289

Good round-trip deal

AED 867 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 402 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 15/10-22/10
  • Nonstop
  • 9h 15m total
  • United Arab Emirates to Colombo
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 30/10
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 30m total
  • United Arab Emirates to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (AED 579 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (AED 126 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Cheapest flights from United Arab Emirates to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from United Arab Emirates to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 September 2025.

Wed 15/1014:20AUH - CMB
Nonstop4h 45mEtihad Airways
Wed 22/1004:05CMB - AUH
Nonstop4h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 31/8AED 731
Wed 29/1014:20AUH - CMB
Nonstop4h 30mEtihad Airways
Wed 5/1104:00CMB - AUH
Nonstop4h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 31/8AED 734
Thu 23/1002:20AUH - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mEtihad Airways
Thu 27/1104:00CMB - AUH
Nonstop4h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 30/8AED 738
Fri 19/902:20AUH - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/905:05CMB - AUH
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/8AED 742
Thu 30/1002:15AUH - CMB
Nonstop4h 30mEtihad Airways
Mon 3/1116:40CMB - AUH
Nonstop4h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 31/8AED 745
Sat 4/1014:20AUH - CMB
Nonstop4h 45mEtihad Airways
Tue 7/1004:05CMB - AUH
Nonstop4h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 1/9AED 764
Tue 7/1002:20AUH - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mEtihad Airways
Wed 15/1004:05CMB - AUH
Nonstop4h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 31/8AED 767
Sat 11/1002:20AUH - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mEtihad Airways
Sun 26/1004:00CMB - AUH
Nonstop4h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 31/8AED 771
Sat 20/922:15AUH - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mAir Arabia Abu Dhabi
Mon 29/905:05CMB - AUH
Nonstop4h 35mAir Arabia Abu Dhabi
Deal found 31/8AED 775
Mon 15/908:20SHJ - CMB
Nonstop4h 30mAir Arabia
Mon 22/915:10CMB - SHJ
Nonstop4h 25mAir Arabia
Deal found 1/9AED 933
Mon 24/1121:50SHJ - CMB
Nonstop4h 25mAir Arabia
Sun 30/1104:35CMB - SHJ
Nonstop4h 40mAir Arabia
Deal found 1/9AED 940
Sun 31/822:45SHJ - CMB
Nonstop4h 30mAir Arabia
Sat 27/905:15CMB - SHJ
Nonstop4h 25mAir Arabia
Deal found 30/8AED 962

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United Arab Emirates to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

United Arab Emirates

Fly to

Colombo

Route

Departure

Return

Price

Abu DhabiColombo

AUH - CMB

AUHCMB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 31/10

14:20-20:20

Nonstop4h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 2/11

04:00-07:10

Nonstop4h 40m

AED 734

Abu DhabiColombo

AUH - CMB

AUHCMB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 23/10

02:20-08:30

Nonstop4h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 27/11

04:00-07:10

Nonstop4h 40m

AED 738

Abu DhabiColombo

AUH - CMB

AUHCMB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 25/10

14:20-20:35

Nonstop4h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 25/11

04:00-07:10

Nonstop4h 40m

AED 738

Abu DhabiColombo

AUH - CMB

AUHCMB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 19/9

02:20-08:30

Nonstop4h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 29/9

05:05-08:10

Nonstop4h 35m

AED 745

Abu DhabiColombo

AUH - CMB

AUHCMB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 30/10

02:15-08:15

Nonstop4h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 10/11

04:00-07:10

Nonstop4h 40m

AED 756

Abu DhabiColombo

AUH - CMB

AUHCMB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 19/11

14:20-20:20

Nonstop4h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 29/11

04:00-07:10

Nonstop4h 40m

AED 756

SharjahColombo

SHJ - CMB

SHJCMB

Sharjah

Thu 6/11

20:40-02:35

Nonstop4h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 13/11

14:45-17:55

Nonstop4h 40m

AED 933

SharjahColombo

SHJ - CMB

SHJCMB

Sharjah

Mon 15/9

08:20-14:20

Nonstop4h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 21/9

03:55-06:50

Nonstop4h 25m

AED 933

SharjahColombo

SHJ - CMB

SHJCMB

Sharjah

Tue 14/10

21:05-03:05

Nonstop4h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 21/10

15:10-18:05

Nonstop4h 25m

AED 933

SharjahColombo

SHJ - CMB

SHJCMB

Sharjah

Mon 24/11

21:50-03:45

Nonstop4h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 30/11

04:35-07:45

Nonstop4h 40m

AED 940

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Best time to book a flight from United Arab Emirates to Colombo

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from United Arab Emirates to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

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

Find hourly flight availability from United Arab Emirates 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 1 September 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from United Arab Emirates to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 11% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from United Arab Emirates to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from United Arab Emirates to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their United Arab Emirates to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from United Arab Emirates to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from United Arab Emirates 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 1 September 2025.

The most flights from AE0 to CMB are scheduled on a Friday (24 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).

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 1 September 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Etihad Airways, andSriLankan Airlines from the United Arab Emirates to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,316 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,316 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,316 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,241 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,316 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
75 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,316 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
flydubai
6.5
Okay
141 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,316 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from United Arab Emirates to Colombo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from United Arab Emirates to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Departing from United Arab Emirates to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport will take you 4h 25m. United Arab Emirates and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are separated by a distance of 3278 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Etihad Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as AED 349. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air Arabia Abu Dhabi and Air Arabia, as they are both options that can get you from United Arab Emirates to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from United Arab Emirates to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    When deciding which route to take from United Arab Emirates to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, consider Dubai Intl - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl, Sharjah - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl or Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl, as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from United Arab Emirates to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from United Arab Emirates to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are FitsAir (80%), flydubai (71%) and Air Mauritius (55%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from United Arab Emirates to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from United Arab Emirates to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is AED 463. On average you can expect to pay AED 2,254. The most popular route, (Dubai Intl - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl), can usually be booked for AED 1,050.

  • Can I find deals for flights from United Arab Emirates to Colombo that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from United Arab Emirates to Colombo?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from United Arab Emirates to Colombo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from United Arab Emirates 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 United Arab Emirates to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Arab Emirates to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of AED 280). Flying from United Arab Emirates 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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Top 10 airlines flying from United Arab Emirates to Colombo

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from United Arab Emirates 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 1 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Salam AirCheapestAED 438AverageAED 1,158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 502AverageAED 1,271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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IndiGoCheapestAED 518AverageAED 1,437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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طيران الجزيرة‎CheapestAED 534AverageAED 810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time95%
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Air ArabiaCheapestAED 552AverageAED 1,286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Air IndiaCheapestAED 558AverageAED 1,441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air Arabia Abu DhabiCheapestAED 713AverageAED 1,318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FlexFlightCheapestAED 749AverageAED 1,678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapestAED 984AverageAED 1,583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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FitsAirCheapestAED 1,022AverageAED 1,308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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