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

AUH — CMB
Jun 4 — Jun 111
Thu 6/4
Thu 6/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in October or September, booked 12 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Thursday

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$300

Good round-trip deal

$365 or less

Good one-way deal

$185 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl flight deals.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($60 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($14 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 Abu Dhabi to Colombo in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
BudgetAirPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
business-class.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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 Abu Dhabi-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 Abu Dhabi-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Abu Dhabi-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Abu Dhabi-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 Abu Dhabi-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport 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 Abu Dhabi to Colombo

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

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

The best time to book flights from Abu Dhabi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 11 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $247). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $489). 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 AUH to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from Abu Dhabi 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 May 5, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Abu Dhabi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 29% on airfare.

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 May 5, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Etihad Airways from Abu Dhabi 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.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,433 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Crew

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tom,May 2026

JFK - AUH

Everything was good except the lie flat bed. The bed has a gap and is uncomfortable to lie on. The hostesses were great; the food service was reasonable and the connecting flight services and the baggage service were good. Entertainment service was also good.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,433 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,433 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Crew

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tom,May 2026

JFK - AUH

Everything was good except the lie flat bed. The bed has a gap and is uncomfortable to lie on. The hostesses were great; the food service was reasonable and the connecting flight services and the baggage service were good. Entertainment service was also good.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Abu Dhabi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl, you will be flying from Zayed Intl. Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) is just 17.4 mi from the center of the city. Zayed Intl is the only Abu Dhabi airport and it handles 12 outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day. 2 airlines have flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl on a regular basis.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Abu Dhabi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip from $163. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Air Arabia Abu Dhabi. Etihad Airways is currently priced 53% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Etihad Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $87. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air Arabia Abu Dhabi and IndiGo, as they are both options that can get you from Abu Dhabi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for a low price.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Abu Dhabi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on time: KLM (100%), Air France (100%), SriLankan Airlines (100%).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $247). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $489). 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 Abu Dhabi to Colombo

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Abu Dhabi 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 May 5, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$163Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air Arabia Abu DhabiCheapest$182Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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