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Cheap flights from Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) to Abu Dhabi (AUH)

CMB — AUH
Nov 27 — Dec 41
Thu 11/27
Thu 12/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl are usually found in May or October, booked 35 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Colombo to Abu Dhabi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Colombo (CMB) to Abu Dhabi (AUH). 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 October 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

OneTravel
3 stars

Most trusted provider

OneTravel
3 stars

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$260

Good round-trip deal

$269 or less

Good one-way deal

$156 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($29 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Colombo to Abu Dhabi in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport-Abu Dhabi flights, users find the pricing of OneTravel to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. OneTravel Users can find the same prices on Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport-Abu Dhabi flight deals on Cheapflights vs. OneTravel >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport-Abu Dhabi flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport-Abu Dhabi flights, Cheapflights users trust OneTravel the most. OneTravel has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport-Abu Dhabi flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Colombo to Abu Dhabi

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Colombo to Abu Dhabi. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 35 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi (average of $82). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi in August is currently the most expensive (average of $280). 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 AUH?

Find hourly flight availability from Colombo to Abu Dhabi. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 28, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 75% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Reviews of airlines servicing Abu Dhabi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Abu Dhabi. 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 Abu Dhabi. Reviews last updated October 28, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Etihad Airways and SriLankan Airlines from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi. 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
7.4
Good
1,283 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2025

AUH - JFK

Due to an emergency surgery my infant had, we couldn’t make the flight. And etihad refused to refund it or reschedule for a later time. The worst call center i have ever experienced in my life.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,283 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,283 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2025

AUH - JFK

Due to an emergency surgery my infant had, we couldn’t make the flight. And etihad refused to refund it or reschedule for a later time. The worst call center i have ever experienced in my life.
SriLankan Airlines
6.9
Okay
76 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,283 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2025

AUH - JFK

Due to an emergency surgery my infant had, we couldn’t make the flight. And etihad refused to refund it or reschedule for a later time. The worst call center i have ever experienced in my life.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Abu Dhabi from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Abu Dhabi. You should not have trouble finding flights to Zayed Intl from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl; the airport handles an average of 8 inbound flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights to the Abu Dhabi airport from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. It is only a 17.4 mi journey from Zayed Intl (AUH) to Abu Dhabi’s city center.

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

    Currently priced at $140, Etihad Airways will fly you from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi and back. In addition to Etihad Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on SriLankan Airlines for as low as $213. Users have found that Etihad Airways is 55% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    Consider ITA Airways (93%), Scandinavian Airlines (90%) or Ethiopian Air (90%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Colombo to Abu Dhabi flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Colombo to Abu Dhabi?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Colombo to Abu Dhabi 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 Abu Dhabi?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi (average of $82). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi in August is currently the most expensive (average of $280). 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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Top 2 airlines flying from Colombo to Abu Dhabi

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Colombo to Abu Dhabi. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$140Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$213Average$319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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