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AED 639+ Cheap flights to Sri Lanka

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Flights to Sri Lanka in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Sri Lanka

Sat 5/918:40 -
Nonstop4h 55m
Fri 11/917:35 -
Nonstop4h 40m
Deal found 26/8AED 1,304
Thu 24/918:55 -
1 stop18h 40m
Thu 1/1016:05 -
1 stop16h 50m
Deal found 26/8AED 1,307
Fri 16/1018:40 -
Nonstop4h 55m
Tue 10/1117:20 -
Nonstop5h 05m
Deal found 27/8AED 1,311
Thu 1/1018:55 -
1 stop18h 40m
Sun 1/1117:05 -
1 stop17h 00m
Deal found 26/8AED 1,315
Sat 5/907:55 -
2 stops24h 15m
Sun 13/902:05 -
Nonstop4h 40m
Deal found 26/8AED 1,318
Sun 6/919:05 -
1 stop13h 05m
Mon 14/917:35 -
Nonstop4h 40m
Deal found 25/8AED 1,326

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Return from

AED 1,304

One-way from

AED 639

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

AED 1,847

Good round-trip deal

AED 1,520 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 777 or less
flydubai
  • flydubai
  • 6/9-14/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 00m total
  • Dubai to Colombo
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flydubai
  • flydubai
  • 11/9
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 55m total
  • Dubai to Sri Lanka
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (AED 272 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (AED 39 potential savings vs. average return price).
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DubaiColombo

DXB Dubai Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Sun 27/9

10:10-16:35

Nonstop4h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 30/9

02:05-05:15

Nonstop4h 40m

AED 1,432

DubaiColombo

DXB Dubai Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Fri 11/9

01:50-10:15

1 stop6h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 19/9

17:35-20:45

Nonstop4h 40m

AED 1,432

DubaiColombo

DXB Dubai Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Mon 7/9

01:45-08:10

Nonstop4h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 10/9

02:05-05:15

Nonstop4h 40m

AED 1,432

DubaiColombo

DXB Dubai Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Mon 7/9

18:40-01:05

Nonstop4h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 15/9

11:15-16:25

1 stop6h 40m

AED 1,432

DubaiColombo

DXB Dubai Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Thu 8/10

01:45-08:10

Nonstop4h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 16/10

09:10-12:20

Nonstop4h 40m

AED 1,432

DubaiColombo

DXB Dubai Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Thu 10/9

01:50-10:15

1 stop6h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 19/9

09:10-12:20

Nonstop4h 40m

AED 1,432

DubaiColombo

DXB Dubai Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Sat 12/9

01:50-10:15

1 stop6h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 13/9

02:05-05:15

Nonstop4h 40m

AED 1,502

DubaiColombo

DXB Dubai Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Sat 19/9

01:45-08:10

Nonstop4h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 26/9

02:05-05:15

Nonstop4h 40m

AED 1,502

DubaiColombo

DXB Dubai Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Sun 6/9

10:10-16:35

Nonstop4h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 16/9

02:05-05:15

Nonstop4h 40m

AED 1,513
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

DubaiColombo

DXB Dubai Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Wed 2/9

17:00-09:40

1 stop15h 10m

AED 657

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Best time to book a flight to Sri Lanka

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Cheapflights Insights

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 45 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.

Weekly flight availability to Sri Lanka

The most flights from Dubai to Sri Lanka are scheduled on a Wednesday (23 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

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

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

flydubai
flydubai
From AED 1,075
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From AED 415
FitsAir
FitsAir
From AED 835
SriLankan Airlines
SriLankan Airlines
From AED 1,240

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Sri Lanka?

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

Rainfall in Sri Lanka 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

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).

When is the best time to book a flight to Sri Lanka?

The best time to book flights to Sri Lanka is 82 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Sri Lanka?

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Sri Lanka

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
3,656 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,656 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,656 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

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.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,518 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,656 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

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.
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
87 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,656 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

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
3,656 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

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 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, Etihad Airways 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 452, while return flights cost around AED 691.

  • How much is a return flight to Sri Lanka?

    A return flight to Sri Lanka will typically cost around AED 1,343, however they can be found for as little as AED 691.

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

    For those looking to save time traveling to Sri Lanka, Sharjah offers the quickest one-way flight (4 hours 25 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. Bleu Pearl in Katunayake Srilanka is the closest property to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (0.0 km away from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl).

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