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Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi

CMB — AUH
16 Oct — 23 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl are usually found in May or October, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Colombo to Abu Dhabi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Colombo (CMB) to Abu Dhabi (AUH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£188

Good round-trip deal

£555 or less

Good one-way deal

£289 or less
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Best time to book a flight from Colombo to Abu Dhabi

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi

How far ahead should I book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Colombo to Abu Dhabi. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

Booking 58 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi (average of £506). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of £803). 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 CMB to AUH?

Find hourly flight availability from Colombo to Abu Dhabi. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 59% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Reviews of airlines servicing Abu Dhabi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Abu Dhabi. 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 Abu Dhabi. Reviews last updated 16 September 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi, such as Etihad Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,250 reviews
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Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.2

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AUH - HYD

The AC is poor ,inspite of letting the flight attendents know they did not increase the AC.Food is very bad.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,250 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,250 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.2

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AUH - HYD

The AC is poor ,inspite of letting the flight attendents know they did not increase the AC.Food is very bad.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Abu Dhabi from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH), located 17.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Abu Dhabi. 2 airlines have flights to Zayed Intl from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 11 inbound flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi round-trip?

    Flying on Etihad Airways is currently your cheapest option to Abu Dhabi, with prices starting at £82. Another option worth looking into is Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, starting at £88 return. You may be able to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi for 63% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi?

    Before booking your flight to Abu Dhabi from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Scandinavian Airlines (94%), ITA Airways (93%), Ethiopian Air( 92%).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Colombo to Abu Dhabi that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Colombo to Abu Dhabi flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Colombo to Abu Dhabi?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Colombo to Abu Dhabi.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Colombo to Abu Dhabi?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Colombo to Abu Dhabi 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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi (average of £506). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of £803). 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 2 airlines flying from Colombo to Abu Dhabi

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest£82Average£222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air Arabia Abu DhabiCheapest£88Average£207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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