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Cheap flights from Sharjah (SHJ) to Bandaranaike Intl (CMB)

SHJ — CMB
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sharjah to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in September or October, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Saturday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sharjah (SHJ) 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 September 16, 2025.

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Cheapest in

September

Average price

$269

Good one-way deal

$125 or less
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sharjah to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sharjah to Colombo. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sharjah to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 59 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 Sharjah to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sharjah to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,016). Flying from Sharjah to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,731). 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 SHJ to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from Sharjah 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 September 16, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Sharjah to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 16% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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 September 16, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sharjah to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, such as Air Arabia. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Arabia
7.5
Good
49 reviews

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.8

Entertainment

5.8

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 1
2.0
Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

SHJ - HBE

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food
Air Arabia
7.5
Good
49 reviews
Air Arabia
7.5
Good
49 reviews

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.8

Entertainment

5.8

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 1
2.0
Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

SHJ - HBE

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sharjah to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    Most people fly from Sharjah (SHJ) if they book a flight from Sharjah to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. On average, Sharjah has 2 outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day from 1 airline. Sharjah is conveniently located just 6.3 mi from Sharjah’s city center.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Sharjah to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?

    Air Arabia, at $259, was found to be the cheapest airline from Sharjah to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.. Air Arabia is currently priced 30% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sharjah 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 Sharjah to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sharjah to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,016). Flying from Sharjah to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,731). 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 airline flying from Sharjah to Colombo

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Sharjah 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 September 16, 2025.
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Air ArabiaCheapest$259Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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