Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai, United Arab Emirates from £157
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 23/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — DXB
6 Jun — 13 Jun1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Dubai Intl are usually found in November or October, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Saturday
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Cheapest flights from Colombo to Dubai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Colombo to Dubai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 May 2026.
Thu 7/517:20
CMB
-
DXB
2 stops20h 15m
Gulf Air
Fri 15/510:50
DXB
-
CMB
2 stops21h 20m
Gulf Air
Deal found 6/5£255
Mon 4/517:20
CMB
-
DXB
2 stops28h 25m
Gulf Air
Fri 8/523:35
DXB
-
CMB
2 stops32h 35m
Gulf Air
Deal found 4/5£256
Thu 21/517:20
CMB
-
DXB
2 stops30h 45m
Gulf Air
Thu 28/510:50
DXB
-
CMB
2 stops21h 20m
Gulf Air
Deal found 6/5£261
Fri 24/716:00
CMB
-
DXB
1 stop7h 25m
Air India
Thu 30/723:40
DXB
-
CMB
1 stop13h 50m
Air India
Deal found 2/5£265
Fri 8/502:05
CMB
-
DXB
Nonstop5h 10m
flydubai
Sun 10/518:40
DXB
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 55m
flydubai
Deal found 6/5£283
Wed 6/502:05
CMB
-
DXB
Nonstop5h 10m
flydubai
Tue 12/501:45
DXB
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 55m
flydubai
Deal found 5/5£284
Thu 18/620:20
CMB
-
DXB
1 stop15h 25m
Qatar Airways
Thu 25/623:00
DXB
-
CMB
1 stop9h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/5£285
Mon 15/603:50
CMB
-
DXB
1 stop7h 55m
Qatar Airways
Tue 23/623:00
DXB
-
CMB
1 stop9h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/5£286
Sun 3/511:15
CMB
-
DXB
1 stop7h 00m
flydubai
Mon 4/518:40
DXB
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 55m
flydubai
Deal found 2/5£288
Thu 21/517:20
CMB
-
DXB
2 stops28h 25m
Gulf Air
Wed 3/623:35
DXB
-
CMB
2 stops32h 35m
Gulf Air
Deal found 6/5£288
Sat 9/511:15
CMB
-
DXB
1 stop7h 00m
flydubai
Mon 11/518:40
DXB
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 55m
flydubai
Deal found 3/5£291
Best flights from Colombo to Dubai
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Colombo to Dubai that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 7 May 2026.
Sun 24/511:15
CMB
-
DXB
1 stop7h 00m
flydubai
Sat 30/501:55
DXB
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 45m
flydubai
Deal found 2/5£284
Mon 15/603:50
CMB
-
DXB
1 stop7h 55m
Qatar Airways
Tue 23/623:00
DXB
-
CMB
1 stop9h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/5£286
Thu 21/517:20
CMB
-
DXB
2 stops28h 25m
Gulf Air
Wed 3/623:35
DXB
-
CMB
2 stops32h 35m
Gulf Air
Deal found 6/5£288
Sun 7/602:05
CMB
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 40m
Emirates
Mon 15/609:45
DXB
-
CMB
1 stop7h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 6/5£315
Mon 1/602:05
CMB
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 40m
flydubai
Mon 15/601:55
DXB
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 45m
flydubai
Deal found 2/5£284
Tue 9/617:20
CMB
-
DXB
2 stops28h 25m
Gulf Air
Tue 16/617:00
DXB
-
CMB
2 stops15h 10m
Gulf Air
Deal found 2/5£309
Wed 3/620:35
CMB
-
DXB
1 stop6h 50m
Emirates
Thu 24/910:20
DXB
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 4/5£315
Mon 18/522:05
CMB
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 20m
Emirates
Thu 21/516:10
DXB
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 4/5£315
Thu 21/509:10
CMB
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 40m
Emirates
Wed 3/609:45
DXB
-
CMB
1 stop7h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 6/5£315
Wed 3/620:35
CMB
-
DXB
1 stop6h 50m
Emirates
Wed 23/909:45
DXB
-
CMB
1 stop7h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 4/5£315
Direct flights from Colombo to Dubai
Explore direct flight options from Colombo to Dubai based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 7 May 2026.
Thu 21/509:10
CMB
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 40m
flydubai
Wed 27/501:55
DXB
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 45m
flydubai
Deal found 6/5£283
Sun 17/502:05
CMB
-
DXB
Nonstop5h 10m
flydubai
Tue 26/501:45
DXB
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 55m
flydubai
Deal found 5/5£284
Wed 3/619:15
CMB
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 45m
Emirates
Thu 24/916:10
DXB
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 4/5£315
Fri 22/502:05
CMB
-
DXB
Nonstop5h 10m
Emirates
Tue 21/716:10
DXB
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 7/5£319
Mon 14/902:55
CMB
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 25m
Emirates
Sun 27/916:10
DXB
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 5/5£320
Thu 4/609:10
CMB
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 40m
flydubai
Fri 5/610:20
DXB
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 45m
flydubai
Deal found 4/5£323
Fri 22/502:05
CMB
-
DXB
Nonstop5h 10m
flydubai
Sun 24/518:40
DXB
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 55m
flydubai
Deal found 2/5£335
Mon 15/602:05
CMB
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 40m
Emirates
Tue 23/616:10
DXB
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 2/5£338
Fri 5/622:05
CMB
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 20m
Emirates
Sat 20/616:10
DXB
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 3/5£342
Fri 29/502:05
CMB
-
DXB
Nonstop5h 10m
flydubai
Sun 31/518:40
DXB
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 55m
flydubai
Deal found 2/5£345
Fri 19/602:05
CMB
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 40m
Emirates
Sat 27/610:45
DXB
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 6/5£346
Wed 19/809:10
CMB
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 40m
Emirates
Wed 26/813:20
DXB
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 3/5£362
Last-minute flights from Colombo to Dubai
Discover last-minute flight deals from Colombo to Dubai. Data last updated 7 May 2026 and is based on user searches.
Thu 14/517:20
CMB
-
DXB
2 stops28h 25m
Gulf Air
Wed 10/608:00
DXB
-
CMB
2 stops24h 10m
Gulf Air
Deal found 7/5£304
Thu 14/509:10
CMB
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 40m
Emirates
Wed 10/609:45
DXB
-
CMB
1 stop7h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 7/5£315
Fri 15/502:05
CMB
-
DXB
Nonstop5h 10m
flydubai
Sat 30/518:40
DXB
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 55m
flydubai
Deal found 4/5£284
Sat 16/510:05
CMB
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 20m
Emirates
Fri 29/502:00
DXB
-
CMB
1 stop6h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 4/5£323
One-way flights from Colombo to Dubai
Search for one-way flight options from Colombo to Dubai. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 7 May 2026.
Sat 23/511:15
CMB
-
DXB
1 stop7h 00m
flydubai
Deal found 7/5£157
Sat 23/517:20
CMB
-
DXB
2 stops18h 00m
Gulf Air
Deal found 7/5£172
Fri 15/517:20
CMB
-
DXB
2 stops20h 15m
Gulf Air
Deal found 7/5£176
Wed 17/620:20
CMB
-
DXB
1 stop8h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/5£202
Tue 19/517:20
CMB
-
DXB
2 stops30h 45m
Gulf Air
Deal found 6/5£205
Thu 1/1020:35
CMB
-
DXB
1 stop6h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 4/5£210
Thu 16/702:55
CMB
-
DXB
1 stop10h 40m
Kuwait Airways
Deal found 6/5£213
Sat 16/504:05
CMB
-
DXB
1 stop7h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/5£216
Tue 12/517:20
CMB
-
DXB
2 stops18h 00m
Gulf Air
Deal found 3/5£216
Mon 27/709:40
CMB
-
DXB
1 stop9h 45m
Kuwait Airways
Deal found 6/5£235
Find flight deals from Colombo to Dubai
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Colombo (CMB) to Dubai (DXB). 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 7 May 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Colombo to Dubai 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 7 May 2026.
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
Cheapest return flight
ColomboDubai
CMB - DXB
CMBDXB
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sun 24/5
11:15-16:45
1 stop7h 00m
Dubai Intl
Sat 30/5
01:55-08:10
Nonstop4h 45m
£284
ColomboDubai
CMB - DXB
CMBDXB
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mon 1/6
02:05-05:15
Nonstop4h 40m
Dubai Intl
Mon 15/6
01:55-08:10
Nonstop4h 45m
£284
ColomboDubai
CMB - DXB
CMBDXB
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mon 15/6
03:50-10:15
1 stop7h 55m
Dubai Intl
Tue 23/6
23:00-09:40
1 stop9h 10m
£286
ColomboDubai
CMB - DXB
CMBDXB
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Thu 21/5
17:20-20:15
2 stops28h 25m
Dubai Intl
Wed 3/6
23:35-09:40
2 stops32h 35m
£288
ColomboDubai
CMB - DXB
CMBDXB
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Tue 9/6
17:20-20:15
2 stops28h 25m
Dubai Intl
Tue 16/6
17:00-09:40
2 stops15h 10m
£309
ColomboDubai
CMB - DXB
CMBDXB
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Sun 7/6
02:05-05:15
Nonstop4h 40m
Dubai Intl
Mon 15/6
09:45-18:30
1 stop7h 15m
£315
ColomboDubai
CMB - DXB
CMBDXB
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 3/6
20:35-01:55
1 stop6h 50m
Dubai Intl
Thu 24/9
10:20-16:35
Nonstop4h 45m
£315
Fastest return journey
ColomboDubai
CMB - DXB
CMBDXB
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Mon 18/5
22:05-00:55
Nonstop4h 20m
Dubai Intl
Thu 21/5
16:10-22:10
Nonstop4h 30m
£315
ColomboDubai
CMB - DXB
CMBDXB
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Thu 21/5
09:10-12:20
Nonstop4h 40m
Dubai Intl
Wed 3/6
09:45-18:30
1 stop7h 15m
£315
ColomboDubai
CMB - DXB
CMBDXB
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 3/6
20:35-01:55
1 stop6h 50m
Dubai Intl
Wed 23/9
09:45-18:30
1 stop7h 15m
£315
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Best time to book a flight from Colombo to Dubai
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai?
The best time to book flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai is 69 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai (average of £259). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai in August is currently the most expensive (average of £345). 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 CMB to DXB?
Find hourly flight availability from Colombo to Dubai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 7 May 2026.
It’s optimal to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 61% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Colombo to Dubai. Price data was last updated on 2 May 2026.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai?
Weekly flight availability from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai
Explore weekly flight availability from Colombo to Dubai. 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 7 May 2026.
The most flights from CMB to DXB are scheduled on a Tuesday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).
How often are flights from Colombo to Dubai delayed?
About 16% of weekly flights between Colombo and Dubai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 113 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Colombo to Dubai flights?
Historically, flights departing at night 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?
Monday 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 Colombo to Dubai flights?
Over the past year, FitsAir have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 12% of flights being delayed.
Reviews of airlines servicing Dubai
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dubai. 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 Dubai. Reviews last updated 7 May 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai, such as Emirates,SriLankan Airlines, andflydubai. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
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What airport do you fly into for flights to Dubai from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?
If you book a flight to Dubai from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl, you will be flying to Dubai Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Dubai Intl (DXB) is located 6.8 mi from the center of Dubai. There are 16 flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Dubai Intl per day from 4 different airlines.
How long is the flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai?
For as low as £284, flydubai can have you in Dubai from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in 7h. The distance from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai is about 2042 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai round-trip from £203. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are flydubai, from £218, and SriLankan Airlines, from £261. These flights start at 30% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai one-way?
One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £114 on FitsAir. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include flydubai from £120 and SriLankan Airlines from £164 one-way.
What are the most reliable airlines from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai?
No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai consider choosing Air Mauritius (79%), Air Canada (77%) or ITA Airways (77%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.
What are the cheapest flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai?
The cheapest flight price from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai is £160. On average you can expect to pay £517. The most popular route, (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Dubai Intl), can usually be booked for £277.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Colombo to Dubai?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Colombo to Dubai 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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai (average of £259). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai in August is currently the most expensive (average of £345). 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.
Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Colombo to Dubai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 7 May 2026.
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