Can I find cheaper flights to Jaffna if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Jaffna on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

Where does the fastest flight to Jaffna depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Jaffna, Dubai Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (4 hours 20 minutes).

Are there hotels close to Jaffna Kankesanturai?

Yes. Jaffna Kankesanturai has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Jaffna Kks Villa is the closest property to Jaffna Kankesanturai (1.6 km away from Jaffna Kankesanturai).

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Average price	AED 1,829

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2 total stops
26h 05m total
Dubai to Colombo

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flydubai
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1 total stop
6h 55m total
Dubai to Jaffna

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Sun 6/9

01:55-08:10

Nonstop4h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 15/10

11:15-16:40

1 stop6h 55m

AED 1,502

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Thu 3/9

23:00-05:00

Nonstop4h 30m

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Thu 10/9

18:30-21:40

Nonstop4h 40m

AED 1,546

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Sun 6/9

01:55-08:10

Nonstop4h 45m

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Mon 14/9

11:15-16:40

1 stop6h 55m

AED 1,579

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Thu 3/9

08:55-15:05

1 stop28h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 10/9

17:05-04:00

1 stop12h 25m

AED 1,619

DubaiColombo

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Sun 30/8

17:00-09:40

2 stops15h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 30/9

17:20-15:55

2 stops24h 05m

AED 1,832

DubaiColombo

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Mon 31/8

12:55-09:40

2 stops19h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 30/9

17:20-09:50

2 stops18h 00m

AED 1,832

DubaiColombo

DXB Dubai Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

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Dubai Intl

Sun 30/8

01:45-08:10

Nonstop4h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 30/9

09:10-12:20

Nonstop4h 40m

AED 1,902

DubaiColombo

DXB Dubai Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Thu 14/1

09:40-18:25

1 stop7h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 17/3

20:15-02:05

1 stop7h 20m

AED 1,987

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DubaiColombo

DXB Dubai Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

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Thu 3/9

01:55-10:15

1 stop6h 50m

AED 775

DubaiColombo

DXB Dubai Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Mon 31/8

01:55-10:15

1 stop6h 50m

AED 815

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How long is the flight to Jaffna?

On average, a flight from Dubai to Jaffna takes 4 hours 20 minutes. Flights to Jaffna from other popular cities in United Arab Emirates will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Jaffna?

The most popular airlines flying from Dubai to Jaffna are flydubai, FitsAir and SriLankan Airlines.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Jaffna?

The cheapest airlines flying from Dubai to Jaffna are Air Arabia, Etihad Airways and Salam Air.

Rainfall in Jaffna by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Jaffna ranges from 60.0 - 350.0 mm per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 350.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Jaffna when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

Temperature in Jaffna by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Jaffna, 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 Jaffna

Read through reviews of airlines serving Sri Lanka, such as Emirates,Etihad Airways, andSriLankan Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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8.1

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8.0

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Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.

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DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.

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8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.

SriLankan Airlines

6.8

Okay

87 reviews

Emirates

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3,660 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.

flydubai

6.5

Okay

147 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,660 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.

FAQs about flying to Jaffna

Can I find cheaper flights to Jaffna if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Jaffna on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
Where does the fastest flight to Jaffna depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Jaffna, Dubai Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (4 hours 20 minutes).
Are there hotels close to Jaffna Kankesanturai?
Yes. Jaffna Kankesanturai has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Jaffna Kks Villa is the closest property to Jaffna Kankesanturai (1.6 km away from Jaffna Kankesanturai).

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On average, a flight from Dubai to Jaffna takes 4 hours 20 minutes. Flights to Jaffna from other popular cities in United Arab Emirates will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Jaffna?

The most popular airlines flying from Dubai to Jaffna are flydubai, FitsAir and SriLankan Airlines.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Jaffna?

The cheapest airlines flying from Dubai to Jaffna are Air Arabia, Etihad Airways and Salam Air.

Rainfall in Jaffna by month

Plan your trip to Jaffna by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Jaffna ranges from 60.0 - 350.0 mm per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 350.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Jaffna when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

Temperature in Jaffna by month

Plan your trip to Jaffna by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

Reviews of airlines servicing Jaffna

Read through reviews of airlines serving Sri Lanka, such as Emirates,Etihad Airways, andSriLankan Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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