Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £141
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 19/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — CMB
6 Sep — 13 Sep1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dubai Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in October or November, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday
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Cheapest flights from Dubai to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dubai to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 August 2026.
Fri 16/1000:30 -
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Deal found 6/8£278
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Deal found 3/8£283
Wed 2/923:35 -
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Wed 9/909:10 -
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Deal found 3/8£284
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Fri 11/902:05 -
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Deal found 6/8£286
Sat 5/919:05 -
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1 stop6h 55m
Deal found 3/8£294
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Wed 21/1009:10 -
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Deal found 6/8£295
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Sun 27/911:15 -
1 stop6h 55m
Deal found 7/8£302
Tue 22/901:55 -
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Nonstop4h 40m
Deal found 6/8£304
Best flights from Dubai to Colombo
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Dubai to Colombo that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 7 August 2026.
Wed 16/901:55 -
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Deal found 3/8£304
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Deal found 7/8£382
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Deal found 7/8£402
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Deal found 4/8£304
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Deal found 5/8£304
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2 stops29h 05m
Deal found 5/8£399
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Deal found 7/8£384
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1 stop6h 55m
Deal found 7/8£384
Direct flights from Dubai to Colombo
Explore direct flight options from Dubai to Colombo based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 7 August 2026.
Sat 5/918:55 -
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Deal found 6/8£286
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Deal found 6/8£304
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Deal found 3/8£356
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Deal found 5/8£373
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Deal found 3/8£376
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Deal found 7/8£384
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Deal found 6/8£393
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Deal found 4/8£396
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Deal found 7/8£402
Last-minute flights from Dubai to Colombo
Discover last-minute flight deals from Dubai to Colombo. Data last updated 7 August 2026 and is based on user searches.
Mon 17/823:35 -
2 stops32h 35m
Fri 18/917:20 -
2 stops26h 20m
Deal found 7/8£318
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Wed 9/909:10 -
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Deal found 3/8£284
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Deal found 3/8£283
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Fri 11/902:05 -
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Deal found 6/8£286
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Fri 18/911:15 -
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Deal found 3/8£294
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Thu 15/1011:15 -
1 stop6h 55m
Deal found 3/8£320
Sun 20/910:20 -
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Sun 27/911:15 -
1 stop6h 55m
Deal found 7/8£302
Tue 22/901:55 -
1 stop6h 50m
Wed 23/902:05 -
Nonstop4h 40m
Deal found 6/8£304
One-way flights from Dubai to Colombo
Search for one-way flight options from Dubai to Colombo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 7 August 2026.
Tue 18/817:00 -
2 stops15h 10m
Deal found 6/8£141
Mon 17/823:35 -
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Deal found 5/8£142
Thu 10/923:35 -
2 stops32h 35m
Deal found 3/8£143
Thu 14/113:20 -
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Deal found 4/8£146
Sun 30/802:00 -
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Deal found 4/8£147
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Deal found 5/8£149
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Deal found 7/8£150
Mon 31/823:15 -
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Deal found 3/8£151
Sun 16/801:45 -
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Deal found 4/8£152
Sat 5/910:20 -
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Deal found 3/8£154
Find flight deals from Dubai to Colombo
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dubai (DXB) to Colombo (CMB). 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 7 August 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Dubai to Colombo 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 7 August 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.
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Depart
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Price
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DubaiColombo
DXB Dubai Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
DXBCMB
Dubai Intl
Wed 16/9
01:55-10:15
1 stop6h 50m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Thu 24/9
11:15-16:40
1 stop6h 55m
£304
DubaiColombo
DXB Dubai Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
DXBCMB
Dubai Intl
Fri 18/9
10:20-16:35
Nonstop4h 45m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Fri 25/9
17:35-20:45
Nonstop4h 40m
£304
Fastest return journey
DubaiColombo
DXB Dubai Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
DXBCMB
Dubai Intl
Thu 10/9
18:55-01:05
Nonstop4h 40m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Fri 11/9
09:10-12:20
Nonstop4h 40m
£304
DubaiColombo
DXB Dubai Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
DXBCMB
Dubai Intl
Tue 18/8
21:00-09:40
2 stops11h 10m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Tue 15/9
17:20-09:50
2 stops18h 00m
£382
DubaiColombo
DXB Dubai Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
DXBCMB
Dubai Intl
Mon 17/8
18:40-01:05
Nonstop4h 55m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mon 14/9
17:35-20:45
Nonstop4h 40m
£384
DubaiColombo
DXB Dubai Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
DXBCMB
Dubai Intl
Mon 17/8
18:40-01:05
Nonstop4h 55m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Tue 15/9
11:15-16:40
1 stop6h 55m
£384
DubaiColombo
DXB Dubai Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
DXBCMB
Dubai Intl
Sat 30/1
19:00-09:45
2 stops13h 15m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sun 14/2
17:00-20:35
2 stops29h 05m
£399
DubaiColombo
DXB Dubai Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
DXBCMB
Dubai Intl
Thu 14/1
09:40-18:25
1 stop7h 15m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 17/3
09:15-12:50
Nonstop5h 05m
£402
Cheapest one-way
DubaiColombo
DXB Dubai Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
DXBCMB
Dubai Intl
Wed 19/8
02:00-10:15
1 stop6h 45m
£141
DubaiColombo
DXB Dubai Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
DXBCMB
Dubai Intl
Fri 21/8
02:00-10:15
1 stop6h 45m
£141
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 82 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £232). Flying from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £396). 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 DXB to CMB?
Find hourly flight availability from Dubai to Colombo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 7 August 2026.
Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 18% on flights from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport by exploring options for tickets in the evening.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights typically cost between £312 and £413 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £278 on Air India (16 Oct–24 Oct).
Weekly flight availability from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport
Explore weekly flight availability from Dubai to Colombo. 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 7 August 2026.
The most flights from DXB to CMB are scheduled on a Wednesday (23 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).
How often are flights from Dubai to Colombo delayed?
About 26% of weekly flights between Dubai and Colombo have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 105 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Dubai to Colombo flights?
Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Wednesday 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 Dubai to Colombo flights?
Over the past year, FitsAir have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 20% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Share of one-stop return flights from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Mumbai (BOM) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 33% of one-stop itineraries from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Muscat (MCT) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £210.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Muscat (MCT) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 6h 40m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Kuwait City (KWI) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 25m.
Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Colombo. 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 Colombo. Reviews last updated 7 August 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, such as Emirates,SriLankan Airlines, andflydubai. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
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What airport do you fly from for flights from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?
Located just 6.8 mi from the city center, Dubai Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl from Dubai. Booking flights from Dubai Intl (DXB) to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl should be relatively easy as there are 18 daily outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl from 5 different airlines.
How long is the flight from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
For as low as £304, flydubai can have you in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Dubai in 6h 50m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2042 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?
Flying on FitsAir is currently your cheapest option to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, with prices starting at £181. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by flydubai and Air India, with the lowest prices starting at £216 and £240, respectively. FitsAir is 42% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport one-way?
One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £85 on FitsAir. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include SriLankan Airlines from £101 and flydubai from £104 one-way.
What are the most reliable airlines from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Consider flydubai (86%), Emirates (78%) or Condor (73%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.
What are the cheapest flights from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Looking for the cheapest flight from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport? While on average our users pay £349, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £169. The most popular route (Dubai Intl - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl), is priced around £215.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Dubai to Colombo?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dubai to Colombo 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 Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £232). Flying from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £396). 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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