Cheap flights from the United Arab Emirates to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from AED 312

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 17/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — CMB
16 Oct — 23 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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 16 September 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 723

One-way from

AED 312

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

AED 1,256

Good round-trip deal

AED 747 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 319 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 13/11-19/11
  • Nonstop
  • 9h 10m total
  • United Arab Emirates to Colombo
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 17/10
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 45m total
  • United Arab Emirates to Colombo
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (AED 596 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (AED 128 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 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 16 September 2025.

Thu 13/1109:15AUH - CMB
Nonstop4h 30mEtihad Airways
Wed 19/1104:00CMB - AUH
Nonstop4h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 15/9AED 723
Thu 2/1002:20AUH - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mEtihad Airways
Sat 11/1004:05CMB - AUH
Nonstop4h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 15/9AED 727
Tue 30/914:20AUH - CMB
Nonstop4h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/1021:55CMB - AUH
Nonstop4h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9AED 731
Thu 2/1002:20AUH - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/1005:05CMB - AUH
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9AED 738
Wed 29/1002:15AUH - CMB
Nonstop4h 30mEtihad Airways
Thu 6/1116:40CMB - AUH
Nonstop4h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 15/9AED 745
Tue 7/1002:20AUH - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mEtihad Airways
Tue 21/1004:05CMB - AUH
Nonstop4h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 14/9AED 753
Tue 30/902:20AUH - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mEtihad Airways
Thu 30/1004:00CMB - AUH
Nonstop4h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 14/9AED 760
Sat 11/1002:20AUH - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mEtihad Airways
Sat 18/1004:05CMB - AUH
Nonstop4h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 14/9AED 764
Mon 15/902:20AUH - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mEtihad Airways
Fri 26/904:05CMB - AUH
Nonstop4h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 14/9AED 768
Wed 8/1014:20AUH - CMB
Nonstop4h 45mEtihad Airways
Fri 17/1004:05CMB - AUH
Nonstop4h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 14/9AED 771
Fri 10/1008:20SHJ - CMB
Nonstop4h 30mAir Arabia
Thu 16/1003:55CMB - SHJ
Nonstop4h 25mAir Arabia
Deal found 16/9AED 889
Wed 15/1023:15DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 35mFitsAir
Wed 22/1018:55CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 50mFitsAir
Deal found 15/9AED 889

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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

Tue 14/10

14:20-20:35

Nonstop4h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 15/10

04:05-07:05

Nonstop4h 30m

AED 775

Abu DhabiColombo

AUH - CMB

AUHCMB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 7/10

02:20-08:30

Nonstop4h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 24/10

04:05-07:05

Nonstop4h 30m

AED 870

SharjahColombo

SHJ - CMB

SHJCMB

Sharjah

Mon 10/11

21:50-03:45

Nonstop4h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 24/11

14:45-17:55

Nonstop4h 40m

AED 889

SharjahColombo

SHJ - CMB

SHJCMB

Sharjah

Thu 30/10

08:00-13:55

Nonstop4h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 5/11

04:35-07:45

Nonstop4h 40m

AED 892

SharjahColombo

SHJ - CMB

SHJCMB

Sharjah

Thu 16/10

21:05-03:05

Nonstop4h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 19/10

03:55-06:50

Nonstop4h 25m

AED 903

SharjahColombo

SHJ - CMB

SHJCMB

Sharjah

Thu 13/11

21:50-03:45

Nonstop4h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 17/11

14:45-17:55

Nonstop4h 40m

AED 918

SharjahColombo

SHJ - CMB

SHJCMB

Sharjah

Sun 23/11

21:50-03:45

Nonstop4h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 30/11

14:45-17:55

Nonstop4h 40m

AED 918

SharjahColombo

SHJ - CMB

SHJCMB

Sharjah

Fri 7/11

08:00-13:55

Nonstop4h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 28/11

14:45-17:55

Nonstop4h 40m

AED 922

SharjahColombo

SHJ - CMB

SHJCMB

Sharjah

Thu 9/10

08:20-14:20

Nonstop4h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 12/10

05:15-08:10

Nonstop4h 25m

AED 929

SharjahColombo

SHJ - CMB

SHJCMB

Sharjah

Wed 12/11

21:50-03:45

Nonstop4h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 18/11

04:35-07:45

Nonstop4h 40m

AED 929

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

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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 16 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 Saturday afternoons 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 16 September 2025.

The most flights from AE0 to CMB are scheduled on a Monday (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 16 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.

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

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

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

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

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

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

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

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

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

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

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  • 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 342. 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 FitsAir (80%), Air Mauritius (57%) and flydubai (56%).

  • 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 457. On average you can expect to pay AED 2,082. The most popular route, (Dubai Intl - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl), can usually be booked for AED 859.

  • 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Salam AirCheapestAED 438AverageAED 1,158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 513AverageAED 1,270FlexibilityNo 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 553AverageAED 1,279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Air IndiaCheapestAED 558AverageAED 1,441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air Arabia Abu DhabiCheapestAED 722AverageAED 1,314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FlexFlightCheapestAED 787AverageAED 1,678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapestAED 984AverageAED 1,581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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FitsAirCheapestAED 1,027AverageAED 1,308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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