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Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £110

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 14/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — CMB
30 Jun — 7 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dubai Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in October or May, booked 7 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Friday

Cheap 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 25 June 2025.

Round-trip from

£243

One-way from

£110

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

£281

Good round-trip deal

£285 or less

Good one-way deal

£123 or less
FitsAir
  • FitsAir
  • 20/10-2/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 30m total
  • Dubai to Colombo
FitsAir
  • FitsAir
  • 14/11
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 40m total
  • Dubai to Colombo
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (£17 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£4 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Dubai Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Dubai Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.

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Cheapest flights from Dubai to Colombo
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Mon 20/1019:55DXB - CMB
1 stop6h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/1118:55CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/6£243
Sun 24/812:10DXB - CMB
1 stop9h 30mAir India
Sun 31/817:05CMB - DXB
1 stop31h 10mAir India
Deal found 24/6£251
Mon 20/1023:15DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mFitsAir
Sun 2/1118:55CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 50mFitsAir
Deal found 23/6£254
Tue 21/1018:05DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 24mSriLankan Airlines
Mon 3/1118:40CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 40mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 23/6£305
Sun 10/810:50DXB - CMB
1 stop15h 10mJazeera Airways
Mon 15/904:30CMB - DXB
1 stop15h 45mJazeera Airways
Deal found 23/6£311
Mon 20/1023:35DXB - CMB
2 stops32h 25mGulf Air
Mon 3/1117:25CMB - DXB
2 stops11h 40mGulf Air
Deal found 23/6£324
Mon 8/1202:15DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 30mflydubai
Sat 20/1201:35CMB - DXB
Nonstop5h 05mflydubai
Deal found 23/6£335
Fri 10/1011:45DXB - CMB
1 stop13h 50mQatar Airways
Thu 30/1003:25CMB - DXB
1 stop8h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 25/6£335
Mon 8/1216:10DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 15mEmirates
Sun 21/1202:45CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 40mEmirates
Deal found 23/6£365
Mon 4/819:40DXB - CMB
1 stop15h 40mIndiGo
Sat 16/803:30CMB - DXB
1 stop7h 10mIndiGo
Deal found 24/6£372
Sun 27/711:05DXB - CMB
1 stop15h 30mOman Air
Sun 10/805:05CMB - DXB
1 stop12h 05mOman Air
Deal found 25/6£418

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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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Dubai

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Colombo

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Depart

Return

Price

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Mon 20/10

19:55-04:05

1 stop6h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 2/11

18:55-22:15

Nonstop4h 50m

£243

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Sun 24/8

12:10-23:10

1 stop9h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 31/8

17:05-22:45

1 stop31h 10m

£251

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Mon 20/10

23:15-05:25

Nonstop4h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 2/11

18:55-22:15

Nonstop4h 50m

£254

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Tue 21/10

18:05-23:59

Nonstop4h 24m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 3/11

18:40-21:50

Nonstop4h 40m

£305

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Sun 10/8

10:50-03:30

1 stop15h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 15/9

04:30-18:45

1 stop15h 45m

£311

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Mon 20/10

23:35-09:30

2 stops32h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 3/11

17:25-03:35

2 stops11h 40m

£324

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Mon 8/12

01:10-09:30

1 stop6h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 21/12

09:15-12:50

Nonstop5h 05m

£335

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Fri 10/10

11:45-03:05

1 stop13h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 31/10

10:15-21:15

1 stop12h 30m

£335

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Mon 8/12

09:40-18:25

1 stop7h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 22/12

10:30-16:00

1 stop7h 00m

£365

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Mon 4/8

19:40-02:30

1 stop29h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 15/8

03:30-09:10

1 stop7h 10m

£372

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Best time to book a flight from Dubai to Colombo

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £819). Flying from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,280). 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 25 June 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 1% on flights from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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 25 June 2025.

The most flights from DXB to CMB are scheduled on a Wednesday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).

Rainfall in Colombo by month

Plan your trip to Colombo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport ranges from 60.0 - 350.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 350.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

Temperature in Colombo by month

Plan your trip to Colombo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 27.0 C).

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 25 June 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Dubai to Colombo, such as Emirates, Qatar Airways and Gulf Air. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dubai to Colombo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • 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 19 daily outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl from 7 different airlines.

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

    Flying on Air India is currently your cheapest option to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, with prices starting at £251. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by FitsAir and SriLankan Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at £254 and £305, respectively. Air India is 14% 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 £110 on FitsAir. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include flydubai from £124 and Jazeera Airways from £125 one-way.

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

    Consider flydubai (90%), Emirates (83%) or Air Mauritius (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 £520, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £91. The most popular route (Dubai Intl - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl), is priced around £213.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Dubai to Colombo?

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

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £819). Flying from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,280). 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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