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AED 397+ Cheap flights to Sri Lanka

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 16/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— CMB
21 Nov — 28 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Flights to Sri Lanka in 2025

Find the latest flights to Sri Lanka in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 220,657 searches and data was last updated on 22 October 2025.

Return from

AED 845

One-way from

AED 397

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

AED 1,131

Good round-trip deal

AED 1,010 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 478 or less
FitsAir
  • FitsAir
  • 16/11-22/11
  • Nonstop
  • 9h 30m total
  • Dubai to Colombo
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FitsAir
  • FitsAir
  • 16/11
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 35m total
  • Dubai to Sri Lanka
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (AED 166 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (AED 35 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in October 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Dubai Intl to Sri Lanka.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Dubai Intl to Sri Lanka.
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Cheapest flights to Sri Lanka
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Sri Lanka. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 22 October 2025.

Tue 28/1018:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mFitsAir
Mon 3/1113:45CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 30mFitsAir
Deal found 21/10AED 845
Sun 2/1118:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mFitsAir
Sun 9/1113:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Deal found 20/10AED 856
Mon 27/1018:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mFitsAir
Mon 3/1113:45CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 30mFitsAir
Deal found 20/10AED 859
Thu 23/1010:35DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 35mFitsAir
Wed 29/1013:45CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 30mFitsAir
Deal found 20/10AED 867
Tue 28/1018:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mFitsAir
Fri 31/1013:55CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 20mFitsAir
Deal found 20/10AED 870
Thu 30/1018:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mFitsAir
Sat 8/1113:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Deal found 22/10AED 874

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Dubai

Route

Departure

Return

Price

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Sun 2/11

02:00-10:15

1 stop6h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 10/11

11:15-16:45

1 stop7h 00m

AED 1,028

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Wed 19/11

02:15-08:15

Nonstop4h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 22/11

01:45-05:10

Nonstop4h 55m

AED 1,028

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Mon 17/11

02:15-08:15

Nonstop4h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 25/11

17:20-20:55

Nonstop5h 05m

AED 1,028

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Wed 19/11

02:15-08:15

Nonstop4h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 24/11

11:15-16:45

1 stop7h 00m

AED 1,058

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Sun 9/11

02:00-10:15

1 stop6h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 13/11

09:15-12:50

Nonstop5h 05m

AED 1,138

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Fri 14/11

18:45-00:45

Nonstop4h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 26/11

01:45-05:10

Nonstop4h 55m

AED 1,175

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Mon 17/11

10:20-16:20

Nonstop4h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 24/11

09:15-12:50

Nonstop5h 05m

AED 1,186

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Sun 23/11

10:20-16:20

Nonstop4h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 23/11

01:45-05:10

Nonstop4h 55m

AED 1,186

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Thu 20/11

13:20-01:45

1 stop10h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 24/11

09:20-17:55

1 stop10h 05m

AED 1,223

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Fri 21/11

02:15-08:15

Nonstop4h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 25/11

01:45-05:10

Nonstop4h 55m

AED 1,285

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Best time to book a flight to Sri Lanka

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Sri Lanka

How long is the flight to Sri Lanka?

On average, a flight from Dubai to Sri Lanka takes 7 hours 40 minutes. Flights to Sri Lanka from other popular cities in United Arab Emirates will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Sri Lanka?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Dubai to Sri Lanka. Price data was last updated on 19 October 2025.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Sri Lanka should consider flying on Friday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Friday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Sri Lanka?

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

FitsAir
FitsAir
From AED 942
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From AED 506
SriLankan Airlines
SriLankan Airlines
From AED 984
flydubai
flydubai
From AED 1,075

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Sri Lanka?

The cheapest airlines flying from Dubai to Sri Lanka are Salam Air, Etihad Airways and IndiGo.

Rainfall in Sri Lanka by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sri Lanka 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 Sri Lanka when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

Temperature in Sri Lanka by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sri Lanka, 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 Sri Lanka

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sri Lanka. 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 Sri Lanka. Reviews last updated 22 October 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Etihad Airways, andSriLankan Airlines to Sri Lanka by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,383 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,383 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,383 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,282 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,383 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
SriLankan Airlines
6.9
Okay
76 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,383 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
flydubai
6.5
Okay
146 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,383 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

FAQs about flying to Sri Lanka

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Sri Lanka 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 Sri Lanka on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Sri Lanka?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Salam Air is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Sri Lanka.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Sri Lanka?

    Colombo Bandaranaike Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Sri Lanka. One-way flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl typically cost AED 245, while return flights cost around AED 375.

  • How much is a return flight to Sri Lanka?

    A return flight to Sri Lanka will typically cost around AED 993, however they can be found for as little as AED 375.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Sri Lanka depart from?

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

  • Does Colombo Bandaranaike Intl have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    Yes. Colombo Bandaranaike Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Green Star Residence is the closest property to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (0.0 km away from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).

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