Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £119
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 25/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — CMB
8 Jan — 15 Jan1
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 68 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday
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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 9 December 2025.
Thu 11/1219:05DXB - CMB
2 stops13h 10mGulf Air
Mon 15/1216:55CMB - DXB
2 stops31h 10mGulf Air
Deal found 7/12£245
Mon 22/1223:35DXB - CMB
2 stops32h 30mGulf Air
Sat 27/1215:30CMB - DXB
2 stops30h 35mGulf Air
Deal found 8/12£251
Wed 10/1223:35DXB - CMB
2 stops32h 40mGulf Air
Mon 15/1216:55CMB - DXB
2 stops31h 10mGulf Air
Deal found 7/12£257
Tue 23/1213:00DXB - CMB
2 stops19h 05mGulf Air
Wed 31/1217:05CMB - DXB
2 stops29h 00mGulf Air
Deal found 9/12£267
Mon 8/1218:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 35mFitsAir
Sun 14/1213:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Deal found 7/12£271
Wed 10/1223:35DXB - CMB
2 stops32h 40mGulf Air
Tue 16/1216:55CMB - DXB
2 stops12h 10mGulf Air
Deal found 7/12£272
Wed 10/1218:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/1213:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12£272
Tue 9/1218:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 35mFitsAir
Sun 14/1213:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Deal found 7/12£275
Tue 9/1218:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 35mFitsAir
Mon 15/1201:00CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Deal found 8/12£284
Wed 24/1219:05DXB - CMB
2 stops13h 10mGulf Air
Sat 27/1215:30CMB - DXB
2 stops13h 35mGulf Air
Deal found 8/12£285
Thu 11/1219:05DXB - CMB
2 stops13h 10mGulf Air
Tue 16/1216:55CMB - DXB
2 stops12h 10mGulf Air
Deal found 7/12£287
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 9 December 2025.
Thu 5/313:20DXB - CMB
1 stop10h 55mKuwait Airways
Thu 12/309:20CMB - DXB
1 stop14h 05mKuwait Airways
Deal found 7/12£223
Thu 2/413:35DXB - CMB
1 stop10h 40mKuwait Airways
Thu 9/409:20CMB - DXB
1 stop13h 20mKuwait Airways
Deal found 9/12£224
Thu 12/213:20DXB - CMB
1 stop10h 55mKuwait Airways
Thu 19/209:20CMB - DXB
1 stop14h 05mKuwait Airways
Deal found 9/12£233
Sun 24/522:10DXB - CMB
1 stop8h 40mKuwait Airways
Mon 6/709:20CMB - DXB
1 stop11h 00mKuwait Airways
Deal found 8/12£253
Fri 3/413:35DXB - CMB
1 stop10h 40mKuwait Airways
Thu 9/402:45CMB - DXB
1 stop11h 20mKuwait Airways
Deal found 7/12£254
Fri 23/113:20DXB - CMB
1 stop10h 55mKuwait Airways
Thu 29/102:45CMB - DXB
1 stop11h 05mKuwait Airways
Deal found 7/12£274
Fri 27/213:20DXB - CMB
1 stop10h 55mKuwait Airways
Thu 5/302:45CMB - DXB
1 stop11h 05mKuwait Airways
Deal found 9/12£274
Thu 15/113:20DXB - CMB
1 stop10h 55mKuwait Airways
Mon 19/109:20CMB - DXB
1 stop10h 05mKuwait Airways
Deal found 7/12£284
Wed 4/218:55DXB - CMB
1 stop11h 55mKuwait Airways
Mon 16/209:20CMB - DXB
1 stop10h 05mKuwait Airways
Deal found 8/12£284
Thu 22/113:20DXB - CMB
1 stop10h 55mKuwait Airways
Thu 5/209:20CMB - DXB
1 stop10h 05mKuwait Airways
Deal found 8/12£284
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 9 December 2025.
Mon 25/523:15DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mFitsAir
Mon 6/718:55CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 50mFitsAir
Deal found 8/12£235
Wed 21/118:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 35mFitsAir
Wed 28/113:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Deal found 7/12£248
Thu 22/118:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 35mFitsAir
Thu 29/113:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Deal found 8/12£250
Sun 18/118:45DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 30mflydubai
Sun 25/117:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop5h 05mflydubai
Deal found 7/12£253
Fri 9/118:45DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 30mflydubai
Fri 16/117:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop5h 05mflydubai
Deal found 7/12£267
Thu 25/1218:45DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 30mflydubai
Wed 31/1201:45CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mflydubai
Deal found 9/12£306
Thu 15/123:10DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Mon 19/118:40CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 40mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 9/12£309
Sun 11/118:20DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Fri 16/114:00CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 40mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 7/12£310
Wed 21/116:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 30mflydubai
Wed 28/123:00CMB - DXB
Nonstop5h 05mflydubai
Deal found 7/12£312
Thu 22/118:45DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 30mflydubai
Thu 29/117:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop5h 05mflydubai
Deal found 8/12£321
Fri 19/1218:45DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 30mflydubai
Fri 26/1209:15CMB - DXB
Nonstop5h 05mflydubai
Deal found 8/12£344
Last-minute flights from Dubai to Colombo
Discover last-minute flight deals from Dubai to Colombo. Data last updated 9 December 2025 and is based on user searches.
Wed 10/1223:35DXB - CMB
2 stops32h 40mGulf Air
Mon 15/1216:55CMB - DXB
2 stops31h 10mGulf Air
Deal found 7/12£257
Thu 11/1219:05DXB - CMB
2 stops13h 10mGulf Air
Mon 15/1216:55CMB - DXB
2 stops31h 10mGulf Air
Deal found 7/12£245
Mon 22/1223:35DXB - CMB
2 stops32h 30mGulf Air
Sat 27/1215:30CMB - DXB
2 stops30h 35mGulf Air
Deal found 8/12£251
Tue 23/1213:00DXB - CMB
2 stops19h 05mGulf Air
Wed 31/1217:05CMB - DXB
2 stops29h 00mGulf Air
Deal found 9/12£267
Thu 15/113:20DXB - CMB
1 stop10h 55mKuwait Airways
Thu 22/109:20CMB - DXB
1 stop10h 05mKuwait Airways
Deal found 7/12£264
Sun 18/118:45DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 30mflydubai
Sun 25/117:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop5h 05mflydubai
Deal found 7/12£253
Tue 20/100:05DXB - CMB
1 stop16h 40mAir India
Wed 28/108:20CMB - DXB
1 stop15h 55mAir India
Deal found 7/12£263
Wed 21/118:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 35mFitsAir
Wed 28/113:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Deal found 7/12£248
Wed 21/110:50DXB - CMB
1 stop15h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 28/113:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12£254
Thu 22/118:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 35mFitsAir
Thu 29/113:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mFitsAir
Deal found 8/12£250
Thu 22/113:20DXB - CMB
1 stop10h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 29/113:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12£265
Thu 22/113:20DXB - CMB
1 stop10h 55mKuwait Airways
Thu 29/109:20CMB - DXB
1 stop10h 05mKuwait Airways
Deal found 8/12£268
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 9 December 2025.
Fri 23/113:20DXB - CMB
1 stop10h 55mKuwait Airways
Deal found 9/12£119
Wed 11/318:55DXB - CMB
1 stop11h 55mKuwait Airways
Deal found 8/12£119
Thu 2/413:35DXB - CMB
1 stop10h 40mKuwait Airways
Deal found 7/12£120
Thu 8/118:00DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 35mFitsAir
Deal found 8/12£127
Tue 6/118:45DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 30mflydubai
Deal found 8/12£133
Sat 4/418:55DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mflydubai
Deal found 8/12£134
Wed 18/318:55DXB - CMB
1 stop11h 55mKuwait Airways
Deal found 7/12£135
Sun 5/422:10DXB - CMB
1 stop8h 40mKuwait Airways
Deal found 9/12£136
Sun 15/322:55DXB - CMB
1 stop7h 55mKuwait Airways
Deal found 7/12£143
Fri 30/102:00DXB - CMB
1 stop6h 45mflydubai
Deal found 7/12£157
Find flight deals from Dubai to Colombo
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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 9 December 2025.
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
Return
Price
DubaiColombo
DXB - CMB
DXBCMB
Dubai Intl
Thu 5/3
13:20-01:45
1 stop10h 55m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Thu 12/3
09:20-21:55
1 stop14h 05m
£223
DubaiColombo
DXB - CMB
DXBCMB
Dubai Intl
Thu 2/4
13:35-01:45
1 stop10h 40m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Thu 9/4
09:20-21:10
1 stop13h 20m
£224
DubaiColombo
DXB - CMB
DXBCMB
Dubai Intl
Thu 12/2
13:20-01:45
1 stop10h 55m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Thu 19/2
09:20-21:55
1 stop14h 05m
£233
DubaiColombo
DXB - CMB
DXBCMB
Dubai Intl
Sun 24/5
22:10-08:20
1 stop8h 40m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mon 6/7
09:20-18:50
1 stop11h 00m
£253
DubaiColombo
DXB - CMB
DXBCMB
Dubai Intl
Fri 3/4
13:35-01:45
1 stop10h 40m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Thu 9/4
02:45-12:35
1 stop11h 20m
£254
DubaiColombo
DXB - CMB
DXBCMB
Dubai Intl
Fri 23/1
13:20-01:45
1 stop10h 55m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Thu 29/1
02:45-12:20
1 stop11h 05m
£274
DubaiColombo
DXB - CMB
DXBCMB
Dubai Intl
Fri 27/2
13:20-01:45
1 stop10h 55m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Thu 5/3
02:45-12:20
1 stop11h 05m
£274
DubaiColombo
DXB - CMB
DXBCMB
Dubai Intl
Thu 15/1
13:20-01:45
1 stop10h 55m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mon 19/1
09:20-17:55
1 stop10h 05m
£284
DubaiColombo
DXB - CMB
DXBCMB
Dubai Intl
Wed 4/2
18:55-08:20
1 stop11h 55m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mon 16/2
09:20-17:55
1 stop10h 05m
£284
DubaiColombo
DXB - CMB
DXBCMB
Dubai Intl
Thu 22/1
13:20-01:45
1 stop10h 55m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Thu 5/2
09:20-17:55
1 stop10h 05m
£284
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Best time to book a flight from Dubai to Colombo
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Dubai to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 5 December 2025.
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 68 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £98). Flying from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £186). 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 9 December 2025.
Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 19% on flights from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
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 9 December 2025.
The most flights from DXB to CMB are scheduled on a Friday (30 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (18 on average).
How often are flights from Dubai to Colombo delayed?
About 22% of weekly flights between Dubai and Colombo have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 97 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?
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 Dubai to Colombo flights?
Over the past year, flydubai have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 16% 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 55% 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.
Abu Dhabi (AUH) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £196.
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: 9h 35m.
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 Abu Dhabi (AUH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 57m.
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 9 December 2025.
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.
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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 22 daily outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl from 6 different airlines.
How long is the flight from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
For as low as £223, Kuwait Airways can have you in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Dubai in 10h 55m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2042 mi.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?
Flying on Etihad Airways is currently your cheapest option to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, with prices starting at £60. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by FitsAir and flydubai, with the lowest prices starting at £197 and £217, respectively. Etihad Airways is 79% 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 £55 on Jazeera Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from £59 and Salam Air from £82 one-way.
What are the most reliable airlines from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Consider Condor (56%), Air Mauritius (48%) or Emirates (41%) 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 £485, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £86. The most popular route (Dubai Intl - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl), is priced around £218.
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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £98). Flying from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £186). 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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