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Cheap flights from the United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka from AED 503

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 3/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — CMB
28 Mar — 4 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 26 February 2026.

Sun 12/404:35
AUH
-
CMB
1 stop10h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/504:10
CMB
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/2AED 1,098
Fri 17/404:35
AUH
-
CMB
1 stop10h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 18/421:30
CMB
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/2AED 1,102
Sat 4/404:35
AUH
-
CMB
1 stop10h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 13/405:05
CMB
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2AED 1,105
Wed 20/502:25
AUH
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 40m
Etihad Airways
Thu 28/504:10
CMB
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 23/2AED 1,109
Sat 4/404:35
AUH
-
CMB
1 stop10h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 25/421:30
CMB
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/2AED 1,127
Tue 24/315:15
AUH
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 30m
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi
Fri 3/421:30
CMB
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 35m
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi
Deal found 23/2AED 1,131
Wed 4/304:30
AUH
-
CMB
1 stop20h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/321:55
CMB
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2AED 1,135
Thu 5/315:15
AUH
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 30m
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi
Tue 10/321:55
CMB
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 50m
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi
Deal found 24/2AED 1,138
Fri 10/419:30
SHJ
-
CMB
1 stop6h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 12/403:10
CMB
-
SHJ
Nonstop4h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/2AED 1,142
Sat 7/304:30
AUH
-
CMB
1 stop20h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 19/321:55
CMB
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2AED 1,142
Fri 27/304:30
AUH
-
CMB
1 stop10h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/421:30
CMB
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/2AED 1,146
Thu 5/319:00
SHJ
-
CMB
1 stop7h 20m
Salam Air
Thu 12/304:50
CMB
-
SHJ
1 stop6h 30m
Salam Air
Deal found 25/2AED 1,149

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 26 February 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 1,098

One-way from

AED 503

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

AED 1,440

Good round-trip deal

AED 1,220 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 563 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 12/4-11/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 40m total
  • United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka
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Air Arabia Abu Dhabi
  • Air Arabia Abu Dhabi
  • 3/4
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 40m total
  • United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (AED 724 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (AED 142 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka.
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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 26 February 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

SharjahColombo

SHJ - CMB

SHJCMB

Sharjah

Fri 10/4

19:30-03:50

1 stop6h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 12/4

03:10-06:00

Nonstop4h 20m

AED 1,142

SharjahColombo

SHJ - CMB

SHJCMB

Sharjah

Wed 15/4

20:05-03:50

1 stop6h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 21/4

03:10-06:00

Nonstop4h 20m

AED 1,153

SharjahColombo

SHJ - CMB

SHJCMB

Sharjah

Thu 4/6

20:15-02:20

Nonstop4h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 7/6

03:10-06:00

Nonstop4h 20m

AED 1,193

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Wed 6/5

18:55-06:15

1 stop9h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 12/6

02:55-12:05

1 stop10h 40m

AED 1,223

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Sat 9/5

18:55-06:15

1 stop9h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 12/5

03:00-09:10

1 stop7h 40m

AED 1,245

Abu DhabiColombo

AUH - CMB

AUHCMB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 9/5

02:25-08:35

Nonstop4h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 13/5

04:10-07:10

Nonstop4h 30m

AED 1,252

SharjahColombo

SHJ - CMB

SHJCMB

Sharjah

Mon 6/4

20:15-02:20

Nonstop4h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 13/4

04:50-19:05

1 stop15h 45m

AED 1,271

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Fri 15/5

13:05-01:55

1 stop11h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 12/6

02:55-12:05

1 stop10h 40m

AED 1,293

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Fri 15/5

13:05-01:55

1 stop11h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 15/6

09:40-17:55

1 stop9h 45m

AED 1,293

Abu DhabiColombo

AUH - CMB

AUHCMB

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 14/3

14:45-20:45

Nonstop4h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 18/3

21:25-00:45

Nonstop4h 50m

AED 1,520

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sri Lanka from United Arab Emirates with our price prediction graph.
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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka (average of AED 477). 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 26 February 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 13% 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 21 February 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings 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 26 February 2026.

The most flights from AE0 to LK0 are scheduled on a Wednesday (28 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (19 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 98 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 13% 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 26 February 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,534 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,534 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,534 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,420 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,534 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
79 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,534 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.
flydubai
6.6
Okay
148 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,534 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

DXB - MAN

A380 is best airplane in the world for long haul flights. And Emirates one of the top airlines.

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 1,193. The distance between United Arab Emirates and Sri Lanka is about 3278 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    AED 278 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 309 and AED 405, 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka (average of AED 477). 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 26 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Salam AirCheapestAED 408AverageAED 851FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 438AverageAED 1,280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ArabiaCheapestAED 483AverageAED 1,227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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IndiGoCheapestAED 515AverageAED 1,523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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طيران الجزيرة‎CheapestAED 534AverageAED 713FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time95%
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Air IndiaCheapestAED 558AverageAED 1,094FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kuwait AirwaysCheapestAED 563AverageAED 1,208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
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Gulf AirCheapestAED 581AverageAED 1,194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air Arabia Abu DhabiCheapestAED 699AverageAED 1,248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FitsAirCheapestAED 900AverageAED 1,307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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