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Cheap flights from the United Arab Emirates to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from AED 408

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 3/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — CMB
3 May — 10 May1
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 28 April 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 779

One-way from

AED 408

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

AED 1,469

Good round-trip deal

AED 1,041 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 438 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 15/5-20/5
  • Nonstop
  • 9h 15m total
  • United Arab Emirates to Colombo
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 3/5
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 40m total
  • United Arab Emirates to Colombo
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (AED 525 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (AED 73 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from United Arab Emirates to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from United Arab Emirates to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.

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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 28 April 2025.

Thu 15/502:20AUH - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mEtihad Airways
Tue 20/516:30CMB - AUH
Nonstop4h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 28/4AED 779
Fri 2/516:30AUH - CMB
1 stop10h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/504:05CMB - AUH
Nonstop4h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4AED 834
Fri 9/514:40AUH - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mAir Arabia Abu Dhabi
Wed 4/621:30CMB - AUH
Nonstop4h 35mAir Arabia Abu Dhabi
Deal found 28/4AED 929
Mon 28/423:00AUH - CMB
Nonstop4h 30mSriLankan Airlines
Fri 2/518:50CMB - AUH
Nonstop4h 40mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 27/4AED 977
Wed 28/521:00SHJ - CMB
Nonstop4h 30mAir Arabia
Sun 1/605:15CMB - SHJ
Nonstop4h 25mAir Arabia
Deal found 28/4AED 1,106
Fri 2/504:30AUH - CMB
1 stop12h 30mIndiGo
Thu 8/519:30CMB - AUH
1 stop9h 30mIndiGo
Deal found 28/4AED 1,131
Wed 28/523:40DXB - CMB
1 stop13h 50mAir India
Wed 4/609:40CMB - DXB
1 stop9h 45mAir India
Deal found 27/4AED 1,197
Mon 28/419:55DXB - CMB
1 stop6h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/504:30CMB - DXB
1 stop13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4AED 1,201
Wed 30/401:55DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 45mflydubai
Sun 4/502:05CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 40mflydubai
Deal found 28/4AED 1,205
Thu 12/623:15DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mFitsAir
Thu 19/618:55CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 50mFitsAir
Deal found 28/4AED 1,249
Mon 12/522:25SHJ - CMB
Nonstop4h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 18/514:40CMB - SHJ
1 stop8h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4AED 1,271
Wed 30/416:45DXB - CMB
1 stop8h 15mطيران الجزيرة‎
Sun 4/504:30CMB - DXB
1 stop13h 00mطيران الجزيرة‎
Deal found 27/4AED 1,311

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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

Thu 15/5

02:20-08:30

Nonstop4h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 20/5

16:30-19:35

Nonstop4h 35m

AED 779

Abu DhabiColombo

AUH - CMB

AUHCMB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 10/5

16:25-04:05

1 stop10h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 26/5

04:05-07:05

Nonstop4h 30m

AED 859

Abu DhabiColombo

AUH - CMB

AUHCMB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 9/5

14:40-20:50

Nonstop4h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 4/6

21:30-00:35

Nonstop4h 35m

AED 929

Abu DhabiColombo

AUH - CMB

AUHCMB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 2/10

23:00-05:00

Nonstop4h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 9/10

18:50-22:00

Nonstop4h 40m

AED 970

SharjahColombo

SHJ - CMB

SHJCMB

Sharjah

Wed 28/5

21:00-03:00

Nonstop4h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 1/6

05:15-08:10

Nonstop4h 25m

AED 1,106

Abu DhabiColombo

AUH - CMB

AUHCMB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 10/5

04:30-02:30

1 stop20h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 25/5

03:30-03:30

1 stop25h 30m

AED 1,164

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Wed 28/5

23:15-05:20

Nonstop4h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 1/6

18:55-22:15

Nonstop4h 50m

AED 1,197

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Sun 11/5

01:10-09:30

1 stop6h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 14/5

02:05-05:15

Nonstop4h 40m

AED 1,201

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Mon 12/5

19:55-04:05

1 stop6h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 8/6

18:55-22:15

Nonstop4h 50m

AED 1,205

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Sun 11/5

00:15-16:05

1 stop14h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 15/5

16:00-21:55

1 stop7h 25m

AED 1,208

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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 28 April 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 13% 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 Sunday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings 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 28 April 2025.

The most flights from AE0 to CMB are scheduled on a Sunday (21 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 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 28 April 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Air Arabia and Qatar Airways from United Arab Emirates to Colombo. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

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.

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

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.

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

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.

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

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.

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

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

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  • 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 408. However, be on the lookout for offers from IndiGo 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?

  • 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 Air Canada (93%), ITA Airways (93%) and Air Mauritius (92%).

  • 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 544. On average you can expect to pay AED 2,623. The most popular route, (Dubai Intl - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl), can usually be booked for AED 977.

  • 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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IndiGoCheapestAED 396AverageAED 1,342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 404AverageAED 1,163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Salam AirCheapestAED 585AverageAED 1,634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air Arabia Abu DhabiCheapestAED 641AverageAED 1,332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 649AverageAED 1,786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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طيران الجزيرة‎CheapestAED 700AverageAED 1,313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time95%
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Air ArabiaCheapestAED 734AverageAED 1,372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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FlexFlightCheapestAED 749AverageAED 1,590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapestAED 950AverageAED 1,622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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FitsAirCheapestAED 1,032AverageAED 1,357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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