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

Currently priced at $137, 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 $140. Users have found that Etihad Airways is 55% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings 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 Abu Dhabi

The most flights from CMB to AUH are scheduled on a Monday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Abu Dhabi ranges from 0.4 - 0.8 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 0.8 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Abu Dhabi when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Abu Dhabi, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 95.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

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

Consider Scandinavian Airlines (94%), ITA Airways (93%) or Ethiopian Air (92%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi?

Users have found that flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi on a Monday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi?

May is one of the best times of the year to fly to Abu Dhabi from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Prices for May average $309 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $165. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of August. Opting for a May flight can save you 32% on your journey compared to booking in August

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.

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.

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Q: How far in advance should I book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi?

To save on the cost of your flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi, book at least 49 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 179% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $181 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $373.

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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 48 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Sunday and return on a Thursday

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

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 48 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi (average of $893). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,427). 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?

It’s optimal to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 76% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Reviews of airlines servicing Abu Dhabi

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

1,250 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AUH - HYD

The AC is poor ,inspite of letting the flight attendents know they did not increase the AC.Food is very bad.

Etihad Airways

7.4

Good

1,250 reviews

Etihad Airways

7.4

Good

1,250 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AUH - HYD

The AC is poor ,inspite of letting the flight attendents know they did not increase the AC.Food is very bad.

SriLankan Airlines

6.8

Okay

75 reviews

Etihad Airways

7.4

Good

1,250 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AUH - HYD

The AC is poor ,inspite of letting the flight attendents know they did not increase the AC.Food is very bad.

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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 $137, 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 $140. 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 Scandinavian Airlines (94%), ITA Airways (93%) or Ethiopian Air (92%) 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi (average of $893). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,427). 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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SriLankan Airlines	Cheapest$140	Average$317	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%

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