Cheap flights from the United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka from AED 525

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 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — CMB
29 Apr — 6 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka

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Cheapest flights from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka
Explore the most affordable flight options available from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 March 2026.

Fri 8/502:25
AUH
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 40m
Etihad Airways
Sat 16/504:10
CMB
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 25/3AED 1,087
Tue 14/414:30
AUH
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 40m
Etihad Airways
Thu 23/404:10
CMB
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 25/3AED 1,131
Thu 23/402:25
AUH
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 40m
Etihad Airways
Fri 1/504:10
CMB
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 25/3AED 1,139
Tue 7/414:30
AUH
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 40m
Etihad Airways
Tue 28/404:15
CMB
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/3AED 1,142
Sun 12/414:30
AUH
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 40m
Etihad Airways
Mon 20/417:00
CMB
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/3AED 1,168
Tue 7/414:30
AUH
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 40m
Etihad Airways
Fri 17/404:15
CMB
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/3AED 1,172
Wed 8/414:30
AUH
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 40m
Etihad Airways
Thu 9/404:15
CMB
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/3AED 1,186
Tue 7/414:30
AUH
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 40m
Etihad Airways
Wed 8/404:15
CMB
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 25/3AED 1,194
Sun 5/414:30
AUH
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 40m
Etihad Airways
Mon 13/404:15
CMB
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 26/3AED 1,197
Sun 12/414:30
AUH
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 40m
Etihad Airways
Wed 15/404:15
CMB
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/3AED 1,201
Mon 7/923:35
DXB
-
CMB
2 stops32h 35m
Gulf Air
Mon 14/917:20
CMB
-
DXB
2 stops11h 40m
Gulf Air
Deal found 29/3AED 1,252
Sat 24/1018:55
DXB
-
CMB
1 stop9h 50m
Kuwait Airways
Mon 26/1009:20
CMB
-
DXB
1 stop10h 05m
Kuwait Airways
Deal found 28/3AED 1,263

Find flight deals from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka

Keep the following information in mind while searching for United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka flight deals. Data was last updated 30 March 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 1,087

One-way from

AED 525

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

AED 1,623

Good round-trip deal

AED 1,121 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 520 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 8/5-16/5
  • Nonstop
  • 9h 10m total
  • United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 12/5
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 40m total
  • United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (AED 716 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (AED 144 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka.

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Customise your flight search to find flights from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 220,657 searches. Data last updated 30 March 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka that are best for you.

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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Abu DhabiColombo

AUH - CMB

AUHCMB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 11/4

14:40-20:50

Nonstop4h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 16/4

04:10-07:10

Nonstop4h 30m

AED 1,238
Fastest return journey

SharjahColombo

SHJ - CMB

SHJCMB

Sharjah

Tue 21/4

08:10-14:15

Nonstop4h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 21/4

03:10-06:00

Nonstop4h 20m

AED 1,352

SharjahColombo

SHJ - CMB

SHJCMB

Sharjah

Wed 22/4

20:15-02:20

Nonstop4h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 26/4

03:10-06:00

Nonstop4h 20m

AED 1,359

SharjahColombo

SHJ - CMB

SHJCMB

Sharjah

Tue 21/4

20:15-02:20

Nonstop4h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 26/4

05:20-08:10

Nonstop4h 20m

AED 1,359

SharjahColombo

SHJ - CMB

SHJCMB

Sharjah

Mon 20/4

20:15-02:20

Nonstop4h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 21/4

03:10-06:00

Nonstop4h 20m

AED 1,359

SharjahColombo

SHJ - CMB

SHJCMB

Sharjah

Thu 30/4

20:15-02:20

Nonstop4h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 11/6

03:10-06:00

Nonstop4h 20m

AED 1,363

SharjahColombo

SHJ - CMB

SHJCMB

Sharjah

Fri 15/5

19:30-03:50

1 stop6h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 21/5

05:20-08:10

Nonstop4h 20m

AED 1,370

SharjahColombo

SHJ - CMB

SHJCMB

Sharjah

Fri 1/5

20:15-02:20

Nonstop4h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 2/5

15:05-17:55

Nonstop4h 20m

AED 1,370

SharjahColombo

SHJ - CMB

SHJCMB

Sharjah

Tue 8/9

08:10-14:15

Nonstop4h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 12/9

03:10-06:00

Nonstop4h 20m

AED 1,374

SharjahColombo

SHJ - CMB

SHJCMB

Sharjah

Fri 15/5

20:15-02:20

Nonstop4h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 22/5

15:05-17:55

Nonstop4h 20m

AED 1,377

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Best time to book a flight from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka

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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka (average of AED 459). Flying from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka in August is currently the most expensive (average of AED 874). 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 LK?

Find hourly flight availability from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 30 March 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 20% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka. Price data was last updated on 23 March 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka

Explore weekly flight availability from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka. 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 30 March 2026.

The most flights from AE0 to LK0 are scheduled on a Sunday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

How often are flights from the United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka delayed?

About 23% of weekly flights between United Arab Emirates and Sri Lanka have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 101 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for the United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday 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 the United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka flights?

Over the past year, Etihad Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 12% of flights being delayed.

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 30 March 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,Etihad Airways, andSriLankan Airlines from the United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DXB - YUL

My mom came with assistance and she said it was a good trip

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka?

    A quick flight from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka can take about 4h 35m. Air Arabia provides one of the quickest options available for as low as AED 1,352. The distance between United Arab Emirates and Sri Lanka is about 3278 km. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka one-way?

    AED 276 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Etihad Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air Arabia Abu Dhabi and Air Arabia, with prices starting from AED 311 and AED 406, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka?

    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 Sri Lanka.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka 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 Sri Lanka?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka (average of AED 459). Flying from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka in August is currently the most expensive (average of AED 874). 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 Sri Lanka

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 220,657 searches. Data last updated 30 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Salam AirCheapestAED 408AverageAED 831FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 433AverageAED 1,297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ArabiaCheapestAED 462AverageAED 1,247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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IndiGoCheapestAED 510AverageAED 1,444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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طيران الجزيرة‎CheapestAED 535AverageAED 713FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time95%
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Air IndiaCheapestAED 558AverageAED 1,101FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kuwait AirwaysCheapestAED 578AverageAED 1,226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
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Gulf AirCheapestAED 581AverageAED 1,194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Search Gulf Air flights
Air Arabia Abu DhabiCheapestAED 696AverageAED 1,241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestAED 723AverageAED 1,601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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