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$177+ Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates (DXB) to Bandaranaike Intl (CMB)

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 6/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — CMB
Jul 4 — Jul 111
Sat 7/4
Sat 7/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dubai Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in October or November, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

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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 June 4, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/1210:10 am
DXB
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 55m
flydubai
Sun 6/142:05 am
CMB
-
DXB
Nonstop5h 10m
flydubai
Deal found 6/3$386
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/1110:10 am
DXB
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 55m
flydubai
Sun 6/142:05 am
CMB
-
DXB
Nonstop5h 10m
flydubai
Deal found 6/2$387
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/166:55 pm
DXB
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 40m
flydubai
Tue 6/235:35 pm
CMB
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 40m
flydubai
Deal found 6/2$388
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/510:10 am
DXB
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 55m
flydubai
Thu 6/112:05 am
CMB
-
DXB
Nonstop5h 10m
flydubai
Deal found 6/4$389
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/510:10 am
DXB
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/86:30 pm
CMB
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$391
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/311:55 am
DXB
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 45m
flydubai
Thu 6/45:35 pm
CMB
-
DXB
Nonstop5h 10m
flydubai
Deal found 5/30$393
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/41:55 am
DXB
-
CMB
1 stop6h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/126:30 pm
CMB
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$394
This flydubai deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure flydubai is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/311:55 am
DXB
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 45m
flydubai
Mon 6/89:10 pm
CMB
-
DXB
1 stop7h 15m
flydubai
Deal found 5/31$396
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/156:55 pm
DXB
-
CMB
1 stop11h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/222:00 pm
CMB
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$397
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/311:50 am
DXB
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 55m
flydubai
Wed 6/32:05 am
CMB
-
DXB
Nonstop5h 10m
flydubai
Deal found 6/2$398
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/911:15 pm
DXB
-
CMB
Nonstop4h 30m
FitsAir
Sun 9/136:55 pm
CMB
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 50m
FitsAir
Deal found 6/4$399

Find 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 June 4, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$388
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$177
(Booking.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$418

Good round-trip deal

$413 or less

Good one-way deal

$218 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($57 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 4, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Wed 6/24

5:50 am-5:45 pm

1 stop10h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 6/30

8:20 pm-11:40 am

1 stop16h 50m

$469

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Wed 6/24

5:00 pm-9:40 am

2 stops15h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 7/2

5:20 pm-3:55 pm

2 stops24h 05m

$474

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Wed 6/24

12:00 pm-6:15 pm

Nonstop4h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 7/2

5:35 pm-8:45 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

$534

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Tue 6/30

10:20 am-4:35 pm

Nonstop4h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 7/13

11:15 am-4:40 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$534

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Tue 7/21

1:15 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop27h 00m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 7/28

10:30 am-3:25 am

1 stop18h 25m

$540

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Wed 7/15

4:10 pm-10:10 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 7/22

7:15 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop4h 45m

$545
Quickest round-trip

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Thu 7/16

4:10 pm-10:10 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 7/23

5:35 pm-8:45 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

$545

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Sun 6/28

10:45 am-4:50 pm

Nonstop4h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 7/29

8:35 pm-1:55 am

1 stop6h 50m

$552

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Fri 11/20

2:00 am-10:15 am

1 stop6h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 11/23

8:15 pm-2:05 am

1 stop7h 20m

$558

DubaiColombo

DXB - CMB

DXBCMB

Dubai Intl

Sat 11/21

7:45 am-9:45 am

2 stops24h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 11/23

4:55 pm-8:35 pm

2 stops29h 10m

$570

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Dubai to Colombo in June.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
BudgetAirPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 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 Dubai-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Dubai-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Dubai-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Dubai-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Dubai-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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

Booking 90 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $317). Flying from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $519). 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 June 4, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 17% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

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 June 4, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates,Etihad Airways, andSriLankan Airlines from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. 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
3,581 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,581 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,581 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,445 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,581 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
84 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,581 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
flydubai
6.5
Okay
145 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,581 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

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 15 daily outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl from 7 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Departing from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport will take you 4h 45m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2042 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Currently priced at $94, Etihad Airways will fly you from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and back. In addition to Etihad Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Kuwait Airways and FitsAir - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $166 and $211, respectively. These flights start at 77% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport one-way?

    $64 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Etihad Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Salam Air and FitsAir, with prices starting from $108 and $119, respectively.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport consider choosing flydubai (97%), Emirates (96%) or Air Mauritius (96%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is $176. On average you can expect to pay $738. The most popular route, (Dubai Intl - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl), can usually be booked for $290.

  • 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 vacation 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $317). Flying from Dubai to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $519). 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 7 airlines flying from Dubai to Colombo

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Dubai to Colombo. 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 June 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$94Average$275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Kuwait AirwaysCheapest$166Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
FitsAirCheapest$211Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$233Average$503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
flydubaiCheapest$278Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air IndiaCheapest$352Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
EmiratesCheapest$377Average$571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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