Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £123
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 23/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — CMB
26 Oct — 2 Nov1
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 November or October, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday 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 26 September 2026.
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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 26 September 2026.
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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 26 September 2026.
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Last-minute flights from Dubai to Colombo
Discover last-minute flight deals from Dubai to Colombo. Data last updated 26 September 2026 and is based on user searches.
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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 26 September 2026.
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DubaiColombo
DXB Dubai Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
DXBCMB
Dubai Intl
Tue 23/2
13:20-01:45
1 stop10h 55m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:30
Nonstop0h 00m
£123
DubaiColombo
DXB Dubai Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
DXBCMB
Dubai Intl
Fri 5/2
18:55-07:20
1 stop10h 55m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:30
Nonstop0h 00m
£123
DubaiColombo
DXB Dubai Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
DXBCMB
Dubai Intl
Sat 20/3
13:20-01:45
1 stop10h 55m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:30
Nonstop0h 00m
£134
DubaiColombo
DXB Dubai Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
DXBCMB
Dubai Intl
Sun 14/2
18:55-07:20
1 stop10h 55m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:30
Nonstop0h 00m
£134
DubaiColombo
DXB Dubai Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
DXBCMB
Dubai Intl
Sat 6/3
13:20-01:45
1 stop10h 55m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:30
Nonstop0h 00m
£140
DubaiColombo
DXB Dubai Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
DXBCMB
Dubai Intl
Fri 12/2
23:35-09:55
2 stops32h 50m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:30
Nonstop0h 00m
£143
DubaiColombo
DXB Dubai Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
DXBCMB
Dubai Intl
Wed 17/3
18:55-07:20
1 stop10h 55m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:30
Nonstop0h 00m
£151
DubaiColombo
DXB Dubai Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
DXBCMB
Dubai Intl
Wed 10/2
18:55-07:20
1 stop10h 55m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:30
Nonstop0h 00m
£151
Fastest return journey
DubaiColombo
DXB Dubai Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
DXBCMB
Dubai Intl
Thu 22/10
01:45-08:10
Nonstop4h 55m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:30
Nonstop0h 00m
£156
DubaiColombo
DXB Dubai Intl - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
DXBCMB
Dubai Intl
Sun 7/3
18:55-07:20
1 stop10h 55m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:30
Nonstop0h 00m
£159
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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 £257). Flying from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £403). 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 26 September 2026.
Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 16% 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 typical for this route at the moment.
Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights typically cost between £206 and £311 in December.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £251 on Multiple Airlines (6 Dec–17 Dec).
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 26 September 2026.
The most flights from DXB to CMB are scheduled on a Friday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).
How often are flights from Dubai to Colombo delayed?
About 27% of weekly flights between Dubai and Colombo have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 121 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 at night 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, flydubai have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 21% 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 25% 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 £213.
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 26 September 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.
Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
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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 11 daily outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl from 5 different airlines.
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For as low as £321, flydubai can have you in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Dubai in 4h 30m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2042 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
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Flying on FitsAir is currently your cheapest option to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, with prices starting at £158. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by flydubai and Air India, with the lowest prices starting at £225 and £233, respectively. FitsAir is 50% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
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One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £86 on FitsAir. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include SriLankan Airlines from £104 and flydubai from £115 one-way.
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