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Cheap flights from Riyadh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £145

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 27/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RUH — CMB
16 Jul — 23 Jul1
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 16 June 2026.

Mon 22/613:15
RUH
-
CMB
2 stops18h 30m
flydubai
Tue 30/621:10
CMB
-
RUH
2 stops17h 35m
flydubai
Deal found 13/6£319
Fri 12/602:20
RUH
-
CMB
1 stop35h 45m
flydubai
Thu 18/602:05
CMB
-
RUH
1 stop44h 40m
flydubai
Deal found 11/6£322
Tue 18/815:00
RUH
-
CMB
1 stop10h 20m
Salam Air
Sat 5/904:50
CMB
-
RUH
1 stop11h 40m
Salam Air
Deal found 12/6£332
Sun 28/613:15
RUH
-
CMB
2 stops18h 30m
flydubai
Wed 1/711:15
CMB
-
RUH
2 stops35h 30m
flydubai
Deal found 14/6£337
Tue 16/613:15
RUH
-
CMB
1 stop33h 20m
flydubai
Thu 23/711:15
CMB
-
RUH
2 stops35h 30m
flydubai
Deal found 11/6£339
Thu 25/609:10
RUH
-
CMB
1 stop16h 50m
Air Arabia
Wed 15/705:20
CMB
-
RUH
1 stop13h 10m
Air Arabia
Deal found 12/6£346
Thu 23/709:50
RUH
-
CMB
1 stop36h 45m
flydubai
Fri 7/802:05
CMB
-
RUH
1 stop33h 15m
flydubai
Deal found 15/6£357
Sat 27/613:15
RUH
-
CMB
2 stops18h 30m
flydubai
Tue 30/621:10
CMB
-
RUH
2 stops17h 35m
flydubai
Deal found 13/6£359
Mon 6/702:15
RUH
-
CMB
1 stop11h 50m
flydubai
Wed 5/802:05
CMB
-
RUH
1 stop36h 40m
flydubai
Deal found 11/6£360
Tue 23/621:15
RUH
-
CMB
1 stop18h 30m
flydubai
Tue 28/711:15
CMB
-
RUH
2 stops35h 30m
flydubai
Deal found 15/6£364
Sun 1/1110:30
RUH
-
CMB
1 stop7h 20m
Etihad Airways
Tue 3/1109:50
CMB
-
RUH
1 stop14h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/6£366
Sun 1/1123:20
RUH
-
CMB
2 stops31h 55m
Gulf Air
Tue 3/1116:55
CMB
-
RUH
2 stops31h 55m
Gulf Air
Deal found 15/6£370

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Round-trip from

£319

One-way from

£145

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£359

Good round-trip deal

£534 or less

Good one-way deal

£211 or less
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  • flydubai
  • 27/6-30/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 31h 00m total
  • Riyadh to Colombo
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  • flydubai
  • 30/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 18h 30m total
  • Riyadh to Colombo
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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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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

RiyadhColombo

RUH - CMB

RUHCMB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 27/6

02:15-16:35

1 stop35h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 16/7

02:05-12:15

1 stop36h 40m

£337

RiyadhColombo

RUH - CMB

RUHCMB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 27/6

21:15-16:35

1 stop16h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 16/7

02:05-20:15

1 stop44h 40m

£337

RiyadhColombo

RUH - CMB

RUHCMB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 27/6

09:50-01:05

1 stop36h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 6/8

11:15-20:15

2 stops35h 30m

£339

RiyadhColombo

RUH - CMB

RUHCMB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 7/7

13:15-01:05

1 stop33h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 6/8

11:15-20:15

2 stops35h 30m

£357

RiyadhColombo

RUH - CMB

RUHCMB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 8/7

09:50-01:05

1 stop36h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 8/8

02:05-20:15

1 stop44h 40m

£357

RiyadhColombo

RUH - CMB

RUHCMB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 21/7

13:15-10:15

2 stops18h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 4/8

02:05-12:15

1 stop36h 40m

£360

RiyadhColombo

RUH - CMB

RUHCMB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 6/8

13:15-01:05

1 stop33h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 12/8

02:05-12:15

1 stop36h 40m

£360
Fastest return journey

RiyadhColombo

RUH - CMB

RUHCMB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 1/11

10:30-20:20

1 stop7h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 3/11

09:50-21:35

1 stop14h 15m

£366
Cheapest one-way

RiyadhColombo

RUH - CMB

RUHCMB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 29/6

02:15-01:05

1 stop44h 20m

£146
Fastest single journey

RiyadhColombo

RUH - CMB

RUHCMB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 21/6

15:30-09:40

1 stop15h 40m

£170

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £258). Flying from Riyadh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of £465). 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 16 June 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 16 June 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
1,452 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abraham,May 2026

TLV - AUH

Huge delay no explanation, made me miss the connection. Terrible experience
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,452 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,452 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abraham,May 2026

TLV - AUH

Huge delay no explanation, made me miss the connection. Terrible experience
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
84 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,452 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abraham,May 2026

TLV - AUH

Huge delay no explanation, made me miss the connection. Terrible experience

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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 £337, flydubai can have you in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Riyadh in 35h 50m. 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 £143. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Etihad Airways. SriLankan Airlines is currently priced 61% 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 £78. SriLankan Airlines flights start at £112 while deals on Qatar Airways start at £133 one-way.

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

    On average you can expect to pay £445 for a flight from Riyadh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. The cheapest flight overall is £208 while the most popular route, (Riyadh King Khaled Intl - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) is currently priced at £220.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £258). Flying from Riyadh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of £465). 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
SriLankan AirlinesCheapest£143Average£435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£163Average£347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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