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Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £130

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 1/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — CMB
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Dubai Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in October or September, booked 7 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday 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 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

£277

One-way from

£130

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

£342
Air India
  • Air India
  • 27/1-30/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 50m total
  • Dubai to Colombo
flydubai
  • flydubai
  • 1/3
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 30m total
  • Dubai to Colombo
High demand for flights, 7% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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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 17 January 2025.

Mon 27/100:05DXB - CMB
1 stop14h 30mAir India
Thu 30/108:10CMB - DXB
1 stop12h 20mAir India
Deal found 16/1£277
Tue 14/1023:15DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mFitsAir
Sun 26/1018:55CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 50mFitsAir
Deal found 16/1£282
Fri 14/219:45DXB - CMB
1 stop22h 40mIndiGo
Mon 17/203:00CMB - DXB
1 stop7h 45mIndiGo
Deal found 16/1£290
Mon 13/1001:55DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/1018:55CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1£294
Fri 14/218:30DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 30mflydubai
Tue 18/217:20CMB - DXB
Nonstop5h 05mflydubai
Deal found 16/1£332
Wed 7/523:25DXB - CMB
1 stop15h 25mQatar Airways
Thu 15/504:55CMB - DXB
1 stop8h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 16/1£340
Tue 28/116:10DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 15mEmirates
Thu 30/122:05CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 30mEmirates
Deal found 16/1£349
Mon 24/221:20DXB - CMB
2 stops10h 45mGulf Air
Tue 4/317:00CMB - DXB
2 stops12h 05mGulf Air
Deal found 16/1£479

Find flights from Dubai to Colombo within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Dubai to Colombo 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 17 January 2025.

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DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Mon 27/1

00:05-16:05

1 stop14h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 30/1

08:10-19:00

1 stop12h 20m

£277

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Fri 14/2

19:45-19:55

1 stop22h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 17/2

03:00-09:15

1 stop7h 45m

£290

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Sat 1/2

18:00-00:10

Nonstop4h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 6/2

09:15-12:50

Nonstop5h 05m

£302

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Fri 14/2

18:30-00:30

Nonstop4h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 18/2

17:20-20:55

Nonstop5h 05m

£332

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Wed 7/5

23:25-16:20

1 stop15h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 15/5

04:55-11:25

1 stop8h 00m

£340

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Tue 28/1

16:10-21:55

Nonstop4h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 30/1

22:05-01:05

Nonstop4h 30m

£349

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Mon 24/2

21:20-09:35

2 stops10h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 4/3

17:00-03:35

2 stops12h 05m

£479

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Sat 1/3

18:30-00:30

Nonstop4h 30m

£130

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Tue 27/5

23:25-17:45

1 stop16h 50m

£151

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Sun 6/4

23:00-04:55

Nonstop4h 25m

£155

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Travel insights for flights from Dubai to Colombo

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Dubai to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

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 7 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £853). Flying from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,264). 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 17 January 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 9% 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 17 January 2025.

The most flights from DXB to CMB are scheduled on a Thursday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 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 17 January 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Dubai to Colombo, such as Gulf Air, Qatar Airways and flydubai. 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.
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

8.1
Very Good
79 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

7.5
Good
3,752 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

7.3
Good
3,925 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

7.2
Good
218 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

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 16 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 £277. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by IndiGo and flydubai, with the lowest prices starting at £290 and £332, respectively. Air India is 18% 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 £130 on flydubai. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from £151 and SriLankan Airlines from £155 one-way.

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

    Consider flydubai (75%), Emirates (73%) or Air Mauritius (71%) 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 £270, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £117. The most popular route (Dubai Intl - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl), is priced around £237.

  • 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 £853). Flying from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,264). 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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