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Cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai, United Arab Emirates from £133

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 24/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — DXB
24 Dec — 31 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Dubai Intl are usually found in October or June, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Friday

Cheap 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 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

£259

One-way from

£133

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

£312
Salam Air
  • Salam Air
  • 31/12-4/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 45m total
  • Colombo to Dubai
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  • Salam Air
  • 24/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 45m total
  • Colombo to Dubai
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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 19 December 2024.

Tue 31/1213:45CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/120:05DXB - CMB
1 stop6h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12£259
Tue 31/1201:35CMB - DXB
Nonstop5h 05mEmirates
Mon 6/116:10DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 15mEmirates
Deal found 18/12£297
Thu 26/1218:40CMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 40mSriLankan Airlines
Tue 31/1223:10DXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 18/12£363
Thu 19/1201:35CMB - DXB
Nonstop5h 05mflydubai
Wed 25/1210:10DXB - CMB
1 stop21h 50mflydubai
Deal found 18/12£408
Tue 31/1204:25CMB - DXB
1 stop7h 25mQatar Airways
Wed 8/113:25DXB - CMB
1 stop12h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/12£506
Thu 26/1217:00CMB - DXB
2 stops29h 05mGulf Air
Tue 31/1223:35DXB - CMB
2 stops32h 30mGulf Air
Deal found 18/12£517
Mon 30/1204:25CMB - DXB
2 stops18h 40mRoyal Jordanian
Sat 4/107:00DXB - CMB
2 stops17h 25mRoyal Jordanian
Deal found 18/12£1,334
Wed 25/1201:05CMB - DXB
2 stops23h 25mGaruda Indonesia
Fri 10/104:25DXB - CMB
2 stops41h 40mGaruda Indonesia
Deal found 18/12£1,958

Find flights from Colombo to Dubai within your budget

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 19 December 2024.

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ColomboDubai

CMB - DXB

CMBDXB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 31/12

13:45-16:45

Nonstop4h 30m

Dubai Intl

Sat 4/1

20:05-03:50

1 stop6h 15m

£259

ColomboDubai

CMB - DXB

CMBDXB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 16/4

18:55-22:40

Nonstop5h 15m

Dubai Intl

Wed 23/4

23:40-05:50

Nonstop4h 40m

£271

ColomboDubai

CMB - DXB

CMBDXB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 16/1

20:15-02:05

1 stop7h 20m

Dubai Intl

Thu 23/1

18:30-00:30

Nonstop4h 30m

£290

ColomboDubai

CMB - DXB

CMBDXB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 23/1

20:55-09:15

1 stop13h 50m

Dubai Intl

Wed 29/1

19:45-12:50

1 stop15h 35m

£302

ColomboDubai

CMB - DXB

CMBDXB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 14/1

16:00-17:55

1 stop27h 25m

Dubai Intl

Tue 21/1

23:40-08:40

1 stop7h 30m

£305

ColomboDubai

CMB - DXB

CMBDXB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 23/1

17:20-20:55

Nonstop5h 05m

Dubai Intl

Tue 28/1

01:10-09:30

1 stop6h 50m

£312

ColomboDubai

CMB - DXB

CMBDXB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 16/4

17:00-09:30

2 stops18h 00m

Dubai Intl

Wed 23/4

21:20-09:35

2 stops10h 45m

£429

ColomboDubai

CMB - DXB

CMBDXB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 2/1

04:50-19:05

1 stop15h 45m

Dubai Intl

Sun 5/1

20:05-04:00

1 stop6h 25m

£441

ColomboDubai

CMB - DXB

CMBDXB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 26/1

10:15-21:15

1 stop12h 30m

Dubai Intl

Mon 27/1

11:50-01:55

1 stop12h 35m

£477

ColomboDubai

CMB - DXB

CMBDXB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 31/1

04:50-10:00

1 stop6h 40m

Dubai Intl

Sun 9/2

17:15-03:50

1 stop9h 05m

£501

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Best time to book a flight from Colombo to Dubai

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Travel insights for flights from Colombo to Dubai

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Colombo to Dubai including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Colombo to Dubai. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2024.

The best time to book flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai is 88 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai (average of £605). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of £811). 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 19 December 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 12% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 19 December 2024.

The most flights from CMB to DXB are scheduled on a Monday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

Rainfall in Dubai by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Dubai ranges from 10.0 - 40.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 40.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Dubai when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Dubai by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Dubai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 35.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 18.0 C).

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 19 December 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Colombo to Dubai, see what other customers have to say about Emirates, Gulf Air and Qatar Airways. 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,331 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Garuda Indonesia
8.0
Very Good
82 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,605 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Colombo to Dubai. 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 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 17 flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Dubai Intl per day from 8 different airlines.

  • 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 £271. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Emirates, from £290, and IndiGo, from £302. These flights start at 11% 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 £133 on Salam Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include FitsAir from £151 and flydubai from £154 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 (100%), flydubai (86%) or FitsAir (86%) 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 £122. On average you can expect to pay £371. The most popular route, (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Dubai Intl), can usually be booked for £297.

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

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

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

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

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai (average of £605). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of £811). 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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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£66Average£224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Salam AirCheapest£115Average£274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air ArabiaCheapest£146Average£279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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FitsAirCheapest£197Average£299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest£228Average£330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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flydubaiCheapest£233Average£292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Oman AirCheapest£261Average£303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EmiratesCheapest£284Average£337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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