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$172+ Cheap flights from Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) to Dubai, United Arab Emirates (DXB)

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 1/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — DXB
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Dubai Intl are usually found in October or November, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Monday

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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$320
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$172
(Booking.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$390

Good round-trip deal

$401 or less

Good one-way deal

$240 or less
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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 July 29, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/155:25 pmCMB - DXB
1 stop11h 35mGulf Air
Mon 10/271:00 pmDXB - CMB
1 stop19h 15mGulf Air
Deal found 7/29$320
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Thu 11/201:45 pmCMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 30mFitsAir
Tue 11/256:00 pmDXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mFitsAir
Deal found 7/28$326
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 9/125:05 amCMB - DXB
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/167:40 pmDXB - CMB
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$335
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Sun 8/105:05 amCMB - DXB
1 stop15h 20mSalam Air
Thu 8/147:55 pmDXB - CMB
1 stop6h 40mSalam Air
Deal found 7/28$350
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/143:20 amCMB - DXB
1 stop19h 40mAir India
Mon 10/2711:10 pmDXB - CMB
1 stop25h 40mAir India
Deal found 7/27$365
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Tue 8/59:55 pmCMB - DXB
1 stop13h 15mIndiGo
Tue 8/127:45 pmDXB - CMB
1 stop21h 15mIndiGo
Deal found 7/27$370
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1210:30 amCMB - DXB
1 stop7h 00mEmirates
Fri 9/269:45 amDXB - CMB
1 stop7h 15mEmirates
Deal found 7/27$395

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai that are best for you.

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Colombo

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Dubai

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Return

Price

ColomboDubai

CMB - DXB

CMBDXB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 10/15

5:25 pm-3:30 am

1 stop11h 35m

Dubai Intl

Mon 10/27

1:00 pm-9:45 am

1 stop19h 15m

$320

ColomboDubai

CMB - DXB

CMBDXB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 11/20

1:45 pm-4:45 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

Dubai Intl

Tue 11/25

6:00 pm-12:10 am

Nonstop4h 40m

$326

ColomboDubai

CMB - DXB

CMBDXB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 9/12

5:05 am-6:55 pm

1 stop15h 20m

Dubai Intl

Tue 9/16

7:40 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop15h 40m

$335

ColomboDubai

CMB - DXB

CMBDXB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 8/10

5:05 am-6:55 pm

1 stop15h 20m

Dubai Intl

Thu 8/14

7:55 pm-4:05 am

1 stop6h 40m

$350

ColomboDubai

CMB - DXB

CMBDXB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 9/11

3:30 am-9:10 am

1 stop7h 10m

Dubai Intl

Tue 9/16

7:40 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop15h 40m

$364

ColomboDubai

CMB - DXB

CMBDXB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 10/2

3:20 am-9:30 pm

1 stop19h 40m

Dubai Intl

Mon 10/6

11:10 pm-2:20 am

1 stop25h 40m

$365

ColomboDubai

CMB - DXB

CMBDXB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 9/12

10:30 am-4:00 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Dubai Intl

Fri 9/26

9:45 am-6:30 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$395

ColomboDubai

CMB - DXB

CMBDXB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 1/23

1:55 pm-4:45 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

$172

ColomboDubai

CMB - DXB

CMBDXB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Fri 9/12

5:05 am-10:10 am

1 stop6h 35m

$185

ColomboDubai

CMB - DXB

CMBDXB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 11/17

3:00 am-9:15 am

1 stop7h 45m

$195

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Best time to book a flight from Colombo to Dubai

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

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 round-trip flight from Colombo to Dubai. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 82 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 Dubai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai (average of $811). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,349). 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 July 29, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 62% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Colombo to Dubai. Price data was last updated on July 27, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday 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 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 July 29, 2025.

The most flights from CMB to DXB are scheduled on a Friday (28 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (20 on average).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Mumbai (BOM) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 40% of 1-stop itineraries from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Muscat (MCT) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $191.

What’s the fastest layover option from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Abu Dhabi (AUH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 3h 20m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Abu Dhabi (AUH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 35m.

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 July 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Gulf Air, and IndiGo from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai. 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
3,295 reviews

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,295 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,295 reviews

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Gulf Air
7.1
Good
203 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,295 reviews

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
IndiGo
6.8
Okay
478 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,295 reviews

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
flydubai
6.5
Okay
142 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,295 reviews

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

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?

    For a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Dubai, you will be flying into Dubai Intl. Dubai Intl (DXB) is just 6.8 mi from the center of the city. Dubai Intl is the only Dubai airport and it handles 23 inbound flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day. 7 airlines have flights to Dubai Intl from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl on a regular basis.

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

    Gulf Air, at $320, was found to be the cheapest airline from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include FitsAir and Salam Air. These flights start at 16% 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?

    For one-way options, check prices for FitsAir. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $172. Users have also found prices from $185 and $195 on Salam Air and IndiGo, respectively.

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

    Consider Condor (98%), SriLankan Airlines (87%) or flydubai (87%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai.

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

    While on average a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai is generally $1,249, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $145. When looking at the most popular route, (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Dubai Intl), you can expect to pay $376 for that flight.

  • 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 vacation 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai (average of $811). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,349). 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 Colombo to Dubai

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Colombo to Dubai. 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$81Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Salam AirCheapest$111Average$186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air ArabiaCheapest$130Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
flydubaiCheapest$234Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FitsAirCheapest$247Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$329Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$347Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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