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Cheap flights from Riyadh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £140

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 3/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RUH — CMB
31 May — 7 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Riyadh to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Riyadh to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 May 2026.

Sat 13/618:10
RUH
-
CMB
1 stop9h 35m
Kuwait Airways
Fri 19/602:55
CMB
-
RUH
1 stop11h 05m
Kuwait Airways
Deal found 29/4£258
Thu 16/712:30
RUH
-
CMB
1 stop10h 55m
Kuwait Airways
Mon 20/709:40
CMB
-
RUH
1 stop10h 00m
Kuwait Airways
Deal found 29/4£290
Thu 16/712:30
RUH
-
CMB
1 stop10h 55m
Kuwait Airways
Fri 17/702:55
CMB
-
RUH
1 stop11h 05m
Kuwait Airways
Deal found 29/4£320
Sat 9/507:00
RUH
-
CMB
2 stops24h 10m
Gulf Air
Mon 18/517:20
CMB
-
RUH
2 stops31h 35m
Gulf Air
Deal found 27/4£324
Sat 9/513:15
RUH
-
CMB
2 stops18h 30m
flydubai
Sun 17/502:05
CMB
-
RUH
1 stop36h 40m
flydubai
Deal found 27/4£330
Fri 8/509:10
RUH
-
CMB
1 stop14h 40m
Air Arabia
Thu 14/503:10
CMB
-
RUH
1 stop15h 20m
Air Arabia
Deal found 28/4£333
Thu 16/712:30
RUH
-
CMB
1 stop10h 55m
Kuwait Airways
Thu 23/709:40
CMB
-
RUH
1 stop10h 00m
Kuwait Airways
Deal found 29/4£335
Fri 8/512:05
RUH
-
CMB
2 stops19h 05m
Gulf Air
Fri 15/517:20
CMB
-
RUH
2 stops13h 10m
Gulf Air
Deal found 1/5£336
Wed 10/613:15
RUH
-
CMB
1 stop33h 20m
flydubai
Thu 25/611:15
CMB
-
RUH
2 stops35h 30m
flydubai
Deal found 29/4£342
Mon 29/609:50
RUH
-
CMB
1 stop36h 45m
flydubai
Wed 16/902:05
CMB
-
RUH
1 stop36h 40m
flydubai
Deal found 29/4£347
Thu 25/613:15
RUH
-
CMB
1 stop16h 25m
flydubai
Wed 26/811:15
CMB
-
RUH
2 stops35h 30m
flydubai
Deal found 28/4£352
Tue 19/515:00
RUH
-
CMB
1 stop10h 30m
Salam Air
Sat 30/504:50
CMB
-
RUH
1 stop11h 40m
Salam Air
Deal found 27/4£358

Find flight deals from Riyadh to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Riyadh (RUH) 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 1 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£258

One-way from

£140

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£361

Good one-way deal

£196 or less
Kuwait Airways
  • Kuwait Airways
  • 13/6-19/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 20h 40m total
  • Riyadh to Colombo
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 3/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 45m total
  • Riyadh to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (£21 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£7 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Riyadh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

RiyadhColombo

RUH - CMB

RUHCMB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 13/7

18:10-06:15

1 stop9h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 23/7

09:40-17:10

1 stop10h 00m

£379

RiyadhColombo

RUH - CMB

RUHCMB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 27/5

04:05-18:30

2 stops11h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 15/6

20:35-18:05

2 stops24h 00m

£380

RiyadhColombo

RUH - CMB

RUHCMB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 31/5

20:25-18:30

2 stops19h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 7/6

10:05-18:05

1 stop10h 30m

£380
Fastest return journey

RiyadhColombo

RUH - CMB

RUHCMB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 24/5

09:40-22:10

1 stop10h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 1/6

02:55-08:05

1 stop7h 40m

£380

RiyadhColombo

RUH - CMB

RUHCMB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 17/5

04:05-18:30

2 stops11h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 29/7

20:35-08:05

2 stops14h 00m

£385

RiyadhColombo

RUH - CMB

RUHCMB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 20/5

09:40-18:30

2 stops30h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 27/6

20:35-02:25

2 stops32h 20m

£390

RiyadhColombo

RUH - CMB

RUHCMB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 17/5

09:10-02:20

1 stop14h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 29/7

05:20-16:00

1 stop13h 10m

£407

RiyadhColombo

RUH - CMB

RUHCMB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 26/5

20:25-18:30

2 stops19h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 2/6

20:35-08:05

2 stops14h 00m

£415

RiyadhColombo

RUH - CMB

RUHCMB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 25/5

04:20-20:35

1 stop13h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 2/6

10:00-21:25

1 stop13h 55m

£426

RiyadhColombo

RUH - CMB

RUHCMB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 27/6

04:05-18:30

2 stops11h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 25/7

20:35-08:05

2 stops14h 00m

£432

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Riyadh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 67 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 Riyadh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £273). Flying from Riyadh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of £461). 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 RUH to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from Riyadh 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 1 May 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Riyadh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport as you normally would.

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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 1 May 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Etihad Airways and SriLankan Airlines from Riyadh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. 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.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,432 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

TRV - AUH

I liked the choice of food. The passenger next to me was continuously asking for wine to drink and thus was drunk which was uncomfortable.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,432 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,432 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

TRV - AUH

I liked the choice of food. The passenger next to me was continuously asking for wine to drink and thus was drunk which was uncomfortable.
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
82 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,432 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

TRV - AUH

I liked the choice of food. The passenger next to me was continuously asking for wine to drink and thus was drunk which was uncomfortable.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Riyadh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    For a flight from Riyadh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl, you will be flying from King Khaled Intl. Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH) is just 18.7 mi from the center of the city. King Khaled Intl is the only Riyadh airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day. 2 airlines have flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl from Riyadh King Khaled Intl on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Riyadh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    For as low as £380, Emirates can have you in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Riyadh in 10h. Airlines will cover a distance of 2509 mi.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Riyadh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip from £132. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is SriLankan Airlines. Etihad Airways is currently priced 64% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Riyadh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Etihad Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £70. flydubai flights start at £94 while deals on SriLankan Airlines start at £112 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Riyadh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay £336 for a flight from Riyadh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. The cheapest flight overall is £148 while the most popular route, (Riyadh King Khaled Intl - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) is currently priced at £218.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £273). Flying from Riyadh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of £461). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest£132Average£337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest£142Average£432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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