Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai, United Arab Emirates from AED 551
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 22/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — DXB
21 Dec — 28 Dec1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Dubai Intl are usually found in November or May, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday
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Cheapest flights from Colombo to Dubai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Colombo to Dubai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 November 2025.
Sat 29/1113:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Sat 6/1218:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 35mFitsAir
Deal found 21/11AED 969
Tue 25/1113:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Tue 2/1218:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 35mFitsAir
Deal found 19/11AED 973
Sun 30/1113:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Sun 7/1218:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 35mFitsAir
Deal found 21/11AED 977
Fri 28/1113:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Wed 3/1218:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 35mFitsAir
Deal found 19/11AED 988
Tue 2/1213:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Tue 9/1218:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 35mFitsAir
Deal found 21/11AED 999
Sun 30/1113:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Thu 4/1218:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 35mFitsAir
Deal found 20/11AED 1,002
Fri 28/1113:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Mon 1/1218:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 35mFitsAir
Deal found 20/11AED 1,021
Fri 21/1113:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Sun 23/1118:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 35mFitsAir
Deal found 20/11AED 1,028
Wed 26/1113:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Wed 3/1218:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 35mFitsAir
Deal found 20/11AED 1,032
Wed 31/1217:05CMB - DXB
1 stop26h 40mGulf Air
Wed 7/121:20DXB - CMB
1 stop11h 05mGulf Air
Deal found 19/11AED 1,054
Best flights from Colombo to Dubai
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Colombo to Dubai that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 21 November 2025.
Tue 2/1216:55CMB - DXB
2 stops29h 10mGulf Air
Tue 9/1207:45DXB - CMB
2 stops24h 20mGulf Air
Deal found 21/11AED 1,252
Thu 22/109:15CMB - DXB
Nonstop5h 05mflydubai
Wed 28/102:00DXB - CMB
1 stop6h 45mflydubai
Deal found 19/11AED 1,370
Mon 26/117:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop5h 05mflydubai
Sun 1/202:00DXB - CMB
1 stop6h 45mflydubai
Deal found 18/11AED 1,373
Sun 18/101:45CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mflydubai
Mon 26/110:20DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 30mflydubai
Deal found 20/11AED 1,381
Sun 28/1201:45CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mflydubai
Mon 5/123:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 15mflydubai
Deal found 20/11AED 1,381
Tue 27/117:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop5h 05mflydubai
Tue 3/218:45DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 30mflydubai
Deal found 20/11AED 1,381
Thu 1/117:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop5h 05mflydubai
Fri 23/102:00DXB - CMB
1 stop6h 45mflydubai
Deal found 20/11AED 1,410
Sun 1/201:45CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mflydubai
Mon 9/218:45DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 30mflydubai
Deal found 19/11AED 1,439
Mon 4/502:05CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 40mflydubai
Mon 11/501:55DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 45mflydubai
Deal found 20/11AED 1,443
Wed 4/201:45CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mflydubai
Thu 12/218:45DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 30mflydubai
Deal found 18/11AED 1,447
Fri 16/117:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop5h 05mflydubai
Thu 22/102:00DXB - CMB
1 stop6h 45mflydubai
Deal found 18/11AED 1,447
Direct flights from Colombo to Dubai
Explore direct flight options from Colombo to Dubai based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 21 November 2025.
Sat 29/1113:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Sat 6/1218:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 35mFitsAir
Deal found 21/11AED 969
Tue 25/1113:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Tue 2/1218:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 35mFitsAir
Deal found 19/11AED 973
Sun 30/1113:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Sun 7/1218:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 35mFitsAir
Deal found 21/11AED 977
Fri 28/1113:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Wed 3/1218:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 35mFitsAir
Deal found 19/11AED 988
Tue 2/1213:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Tue 9/1218:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 35mFitsAir
Deal found 21/11AED 999
Sun 30/1113:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Thu 4/1218:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 35mFitsAir
Deal found 20/11AED 1,002
Fri 28/1113:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Mon 1/1218:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 35mFitsAir
Deal found 20/11AED 1,021
Thu 27/1113:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Wed 3/1218:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 35mFitsAir
Deal found 21/11AED 1,028
Wed 26/1113:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Wed 3/1218:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 35mFitsAir
Deal found 20/11AED 1,032
Last-minute flights from Colombo to Dubai
Discover last-minute flight deals from Colombo to Dubai. Data last updated 21 November 2025 and is based on user searches.
Fri 21/1113:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Sun 23/1118:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 35mFitsAir
Deal found 20/11AED 1,028
Tue 25/1113:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Tue 2/1218:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 35mFitsAir
Deal found 19/11AED 973
Wed 26/1113:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Wed 3/1218:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 35mFitsAir
Deal found 20/11AED 1,032
Fri 28/1113:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Wed 3/1218:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 35mFitsAir
Deal found 19/11AED 988
Fri 28/1113:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Mon 1/1218:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 35mFitsAir
Deal found 20/11AED 1,021
Sat 29/1113:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Sat 6/1218:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 35mFitsAir
Deal found 21/11AED 969
Sun 30/1113:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Thu 4/1218:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 35mFitsAir
Deal found 21/11AED 977
Tue 2/1213:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Tue 9/1218:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 35mFitsAir
Deal found 21/11AED 999
Wed 31/1217:05CMB - DXB
1 stop26h 40mGulf Air
Wed 7/121:20DXB - CMB
1 stop11h 05mGulf Air
Deal found 19/11AED 1,054
One-way flights from Colombo to Dubai
Search for one-way flight options from Colombo to Dubai. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 21 November 2025.
Mon 22/1213:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Deal found 19/11AED 551
Tue 25/1113:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Deal found 19/11AED 554
Mon 1/1213:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Deal found 20/11AED 558
Wed 26/1113:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Deal found 20/11AED 566
Sat 29/1113:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Deal found 20/11AED 573
Sun 30/1113:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Deal found 20/11AED 580
Thu 25/1213:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Deal found 21/11AED 584
Fri 28/1111:15CMB - DXB
1 stop7h 00mflydubai
Deal found 19/11AED 599
Cheap flight deals from Colombo to Dubai
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Colombo (CMB) to Dubai (DXB). 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 21 November 2025.
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Departure
Return
Price
ColomboDubai
CMB - DXB
CMBDXB
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Tue 2/12
16:55-20:35
2 stops29h 10m
Dubai Intl
Tue 9/12
07:45-09:35
2 stops24h 20m
AED 1,252
ColomboDubai
CMB - DXB
CMBDXB
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Thu 22/1
09:15-12:50
Nonstop5h 05m
Dubai Intl
Wed 28/1
02:00-10:15
1 stop6h 45m
AED 1,370
ColomboDubai
CMB - DXB
CMBDXB
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mon 26/1
17:20-20:55
Nonstop5h 05m
Dubai Intl
Sun 1/2
02:00-10:15
1 stop6h 45m
AED 1,373
ColomboDubai
CMB - DXB
CMBDXB
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sun 18/1
01:45-05:10
Nonstop4h 55m
Dubai Intl
Mon 26/1
10:20-16:20
Nonstop4h 30m
AED 1,381
ColomboDubai
CMB - DXB
CMBDXB
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sun 28/12
01:45-05:10
Nonstop4h 55m
Dubai Intl
Mon 5/1
23:00-04:45
Nonstop4h 15m
AED 1,381
ColomboDubai
CMB - DXB
CMBDXB
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Tue 27/1
17:20-20:55
Nonstop5h 05m
Dubai Intl
Tue 3/2
18:45-00:45
Nonstop4h 30m
AED 1,381
ColomboDubai
CMB - DXB
CMBDXB
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Thu 1/1
17:20-20:55
Nonstop5h 05m
Dubai Intl
Fri 23/1
02:00-10:15
1 stop6h 45m
AED 1,410
ColomboDubai
CMB - DXB
CMBDXB
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sun 1/2
01:45-05:10
Nonstop4h 55m
Dubai Intl
Mon 9/2
18:45-00:45
Nonstop4h 30m
AED 1,439
ColomboDubai
CMB - DXB
CMBDXB
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mon 4/5
02:05-05:15
Nonstop4h 40m
Dubai Intl
Mon 11/5
01:55-08:10
Nonstop4h 45m
AED 1,443
ColomboDubai
CMB - DXB
CMBDXB
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 4/2
01:45-05:10
Nonstop4h 55m
Dubai Intl
Thu 12/2
18:45-00:45
Nonstop4h 30m
AED 1,447
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Best time to book a flight from Colombo to Dubai
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Colombo to Dubai. Price data was last updated on 14 November 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai, you should look to book at least 87 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai?
Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai (average of AED 301). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai in August is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,028). 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 CMB to DXB?
Find hourly flight availability from Colombo to Dubai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 November 2025.
It’s optimal to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 2% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Colombo to Dubai. Price data was last updated on 2 November 2025.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai flight should consider departing on Thursday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai
Explore weekly flight availability from Colombo to Dubai. 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 21 November 2025.
The most flights from CMB to DXB are scheduled on a Wednesday (24 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).
How often are flights from Colombo to Dubai delayed?
About 13% of weekly flights between Colombo and Dubai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 112 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Colombo to Dubai flights?
Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Colombo to Dubai flights?
Over the past year, FitsAir have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 10% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai?
Share of one-stop return flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Abu Dhabi (AUH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 91% of one-stop itineraries from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Muscat (MCT) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of AED 1,036.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Malé (MLE) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 7h 00m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Abu Dhabi (AUH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 46m.
Reviews of airlines servicing Dubai
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dubai. 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 Dubai. Reviews last updated 21 November 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Etihad Airways, andSriLankan Airlines from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Related info for your journey
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What airport do you fly into for flights to Dubai from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?
Most people fly into Dubai Intl (DXB) if they book a flight to Dubai from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. On average, Dubai Intl has 20 inbound flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day from 5 airlines. Dubai Intl is conveniently located just 10.9 km from Dubai’s city centre.
How long is the flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai?
Departing from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai will take you 5h 05m. The distance from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai is about 3286 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai round-trip?
Etihad Airways, at AED 415, was found to be the cheapest airline from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include FitsAir and flydubai. Etihad Airways is priced at 70% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
What are the most reliable airlines from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai?
Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai on time: Condor (100%), Oman Air (96%), SriLankan Airlines (91%).
What are the cheapest flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai?
While on average a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai is generally AED 1,102, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is AED 588. When looking at the most popular route, (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Dubai Intl), you can expect to pay AED 969 for that flight.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Colombo to Dubai?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Colombo to Dubai 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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai?
Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai (average of AED 301). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai in August is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,028). 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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