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$177 Find Cheap Flights from Colombo to Dubai

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Cheap Flight Deals from Colombo to Dubai (CMB-DXB)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Colombo to Dubai that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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6:25 pm - 9:40 pmCMB-DXB
4h 45mnonstop
11:15 pm - 5:25 amDXB-CMB
4h 40mnonstop
Wed, Oct 16 - Wed, Oct 23
6:55 pm - 10:15 pmCMB-DXB
4h 50mnonstop
11:15 pm - 5:25 amDXB-CMB
4h 40mnonstop
$264FitsAir
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Thu, Oct 17 - Sun, Oct 20
3:20 am - 9:10 amCMB-DXB
7h 20m1 stop
11:15 pm - 5:25 amDXB-CMB
4h 40mnonstop
Fri, Oct 4 - Sun, Oct 27
3:20 am - 9:10 amCMB-DXB
7h 20m1 stop
11:15 pm - 5:25 amDXB-CMB
4h 40mnonstop
Wed, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 20
9:10 am - 12:30 pmCMB-DXB
4h 50mnonstop
1:55 am - 8:10 amDXB-CMB
4h 45mnonstop
$311flydubai
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Wed, Oct 2 - Mon, Oct 7
5:35 pm - 8:55 pmCMB-DXB
4h 50mnonstop
1:55 am - 8:10 amDXB-CMB
4h 45mnonstop
$315flydubai
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Sun, Oct 6 - Sun, Oct 6
5:10 am - 6:55 pmCMB-DXB
15h 15m1 stop
7:55 pm - 4:10 amDXB-CMB
6h 45m1 stop
$316Salam Air
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Mon, Sep 30 - Sun, Oct 6
6:25 pm - 9:40 pmCMB-DXB
4h 45mnonstop
11:00 pm - 4:55 amDXB-CMB
4h 25mnonstop
$317SriLankan Airlines
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Thu, Oct 10 - Thu, Oct 17
8:35 pm - 2:00 amCMB-DXB
6h 55m1 stop
9:40 am - 6:25 pmDXB-CMB
7h 15m1 stop
$368Emirates
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Thu, Sep 26 - Tue, Nov 19
1:35 am - 5:10 amCMB-DXB
5h 05mnonstop
10:10 am - 4:10 pmDXB-CMB
4h 30mnonstop
$370Emirates
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Mon, Jan 20 - Fri, May 30

Flights from Colombo to Dubai - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Colombo to Dubai to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Colombo to Dubai?

The average price of all flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Dubai on a Monday and more expensive on a Saturday. On your return trip to Colombo, you should consider flying back on a Tuesday, and avoid Saturdays for better deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai is June, where tickets cost $346 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and February, where the average cost of tickets is $501 and $435 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai?

The average price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
No, with an average price for the route of $817, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 120 days before departure.

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Low season

June

High season

December

Cheapest flight

$177
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 15% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 0% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Colombo to Dubai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Colombo to Dubai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Colombo to Dubai flights

  • Can I bring a service animal from my flight from Colombo to Dubai?

    Yes, IndiGo Airlines allows passengers to bring their service animals on board. You are required to bring a moisture-absorbent mat and place it under the service animal. Additionally, the animal should be appropriately muzzled, restrained, and trained for the safety and comfort of the passengers onboard.

  • What are the restrictions for carrying on luggage for flights from Colombo to Dubai?

    When traveling from Colombo to Dubai in Emirates Premium Economy class, you are allowed two pieces of luggage weighing up to 50 lb each. However, if traveling in Business or First Class, you can bring two pieces of luggage weighing up to 70 lb each.

  • What documents do I need for traveling from Colombo to Dubai?

    To travel from Colombo to Dubai, you must have a UAE Dubai visa, which is valid for a 30-day short stay. The visa requires a copy of a passport, with a minimum validity of six months beyond the visa's expiry date. Additionally, you must provide proof of a round-trip flight reservation or an onward ticket.

  • Which cities can I drive to from Dubai International Airport (DXB)?

    DXB offers easy access to several cities within the United Arab Emirates (UAE) within driving distance, such as Abu Dhabi, which is just a two-hour drive away. Sharjah is another nearby city reachable within a 30-minute drive. Additionally, you can consider exploring Al Ain, Fujairah, or Ras Al Khaimah, all of which are easily accessible from DXB airport.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai was $177 for a one-way ticket and $258 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Colombo and Dubai?

    A passport is required to fly from Colombo to Dubai.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Colombo to Dubai?

    flydubai, Emirates, and SriLankan Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Colombo to Dubai flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Colombo to Dubai?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Colombo to Dubai flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Colombo to Dubai?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Colombo and Dubai, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Colombo to Dubai?

    There are nonstop flights from Colombo to Dubai on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Colombo to Dubai, Emirates or Qatar Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Colombo to Dubai are Emirates and Qatar Airways. With an average price for the route of $431 and an overall rating of 8.1, Emirates is the most popular choice. Qatar Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $405 and an overall rating of 7.6.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Colombo to Dubai?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Colombo to Dubai.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Colombo to Dubai?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Dubai from Colombo is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Colombo to Dubai?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Dubai with an airline and back to Colombo with another airline. Booking your flights between Colombo and DXB can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Colombo to Dubai?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Dubai from Colombo up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $273 or less one-way and $373 or less round-trip.
  • Colombo International Airport (CMB) is the largest airport in Sri Lanka with a wide range of international flight options and popular airlines such as Qatar Airways, Emirates, Air India, and Gulf Air. The multiple airlines ensure increased flexibility when planning your trip schedules to Dubai, allowing you to choose the most convenient flight based on your preferences.
  • There are several airline lounges at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to relax before the flight. These include Sri Lankan Airlines Serendiva Lounge, The Emirates Serendib Lounge, Silk Route Lounge, and Lotus Business Class Lounge. The lounges feature Wi-Fi access, flight monitors, premium food and beverages, showers, and a comfortable seating area.
  • Emirates is an excellent choice for family travel from Colombo to Dubai. They offer free bassinets on board, baby meals, and priority boarding for those traveling with small children. Emirates also provides dedicated family check-in desks and the option to borrow strollers. Additionally, they offer toys and infant kits to keep children entertained throughout the flight.
  • Emirates Airlines typically has a layover at Male International Airport (MLE) on flights from Colombo to Dubai. Gulf Air offers layovers at Male International Airport (MLE) or Bahrain International Airport (BAH). Kuwait Airways has a layover at Kuwait International Airport (KWI) while Oman Air has layovers at Hamad International Airport (DOH) and Muscat International Airport (MCT).
  • To enter the United Arab Emirates with a visa, you must obtain travel insurance before visa processing. Fortunately, several airlines such as Turkish Airlines, Emirates, and Qatar Airways allow you to add insurance to your booking process when flying from San Diego to Stockton.
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Prefer to fly non-stop from Colombo to Dubai?

Find which airlines fly direct from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Nonstop departures

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Dubai Intl

Monday

Air Canada, Air Mauritius, Emirates, +4 more

Air Canada, Air Mauritius, +5 more

Tuesday

Air Canada, Air Mauritius, Emirates, +4 more

Air Canada, Air Mauritius, +5 more

Wednesday

Air Canada, Air Mauritius, Emirates, +4 more

Air Canada, Air Mauritius, +5 more

Thursday

Air Canada, Air Mauritius, Emirates, +4 more

Air Canada, Air Mauritius, +5 more

Friday

Air Canada, Air Mauritius, Emirates, +4 more

Air Canada, Air Mauritius, +5 more

Saturday

Air Canada, Air Mauritius, Emirates, +4 more

Air Canada, Air Mauritius, +5 more

Sunday

Air Canada, Air Mauritius, Emirates, +4 more

Air Canada, Air Mauritius, +5 more

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Nonstop returns

Dubai Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Monday

Air Canada, Air Mauritius, Emirates, +4 more

Air Canada, Air Mauritius, +5 more

Tuesday

Air Canada, Air Mauritius, Emirates, +4 more

Air Canada, Air Mauritius, +5 more

Wednesday

Air Canada, Air Mauritius, Emirates, +4 more

Air Canada, Air Mauritius, +5 more

Thursday

Air Canada, Air Mauritius, Emirates, +4 more

Air Canada, Air Mauritius, +5 more

Friday

Air Canada, Air Mauritius, Emirates, +4 more

Air Canada, Air Mauritius, +5 more

Saturday

Air Canada, Air Mauritius, Emirates, +4 more

Air Canada, Air Mauritius, +5 more

Sunday

Air Canada, Air Mauritius, Emirates, +4 more

Air Canada, Air Mauritius, +5 more

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Top 4 airlines serving from Colombo to Dubai

 
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8.1
EmiratesOverall score based on 3620 reviews
8.2Boarding
8.3Crew
7.9Food
8.1Comfort
8.3Entertainment
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The lounge staff at reception were inefficient and robotic. Boarding process was chaotic at the gate with no priority for business and first. At arrival into Dubai, no upper deck door . Food option and quality for this flight was awful . Thankfully the bar is always good.

4.0 OkayWoei, Aug 2024SIN - DXB
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The lounge staff at reception were inefficient and robotic. Boarding process was chaotic at the gate with no priority for business and first. At arrival into Dubai, no upper deck door . Food option and quality for this flight was awful . Thankfully the bar is always good.

I was not allowed to upgrade with miles whereas others were. That’s a pity

I have a very good experience flighting with emirates. All my expectations were fit well.

Fresh energetic and friendly crew, great food, brand new plane and non stop entertainment

Seats are not as easy to move as you would hope in premium econo Y

More organised boarding process. It was a circus. Otherwise absolutely top class flight

We waited over an hour to check our bags in and get boarding passes. We arrived 2 and 1/2 hours before the flight, and it was still very slow. That crew was very friendly and very helpful

Emirates is good airlines. But there plane seats were very small and congested. Need to little good and big seats in economy class.

The flight experience was good, but connection time was cut shorted because of delayed start.. it would have been helpful if the flight showed which gate/terminal we need to go for connecting flight and flight timing was less than 30 minutes to connect which made ourselves stressful to catch next flight 😔

On the DXB to IAD flight, missed the snack between the meals again...

The seat was like there is no leg space....there were no proper option for food in the airline. It seemed like the airline was at brink of bankruptcy. The crew was helpful except for a few.

Bad. Flight was very uncomfortable with narrow and shallow seats, very little food and water. I will not fly etihad again.

Boarding catastrophic let alone have to claimb the plain rather than using jetway. 5.5 hr delay leaving had to do stop in Lgw for a new crew which further compounded the delay. Connecting flight would not wait and had to pend a night in a hotel. Curiously my seat would not go full flat.

Good. The food was very bad. Except for the chicken rice, rest of the dish went to trash.

The flight was delayed which cause me to miss my connecting flight in AbuDhsbi airport.

I did not have a good experience in both flights of Etihad. First of all, when I was booking the flight, there were two options. The first option was a cheaper flight with longer layover (9 hrs), or a more expensive flight with shorter layover (2 hrs). I booked the expensive flight with shorter layover because I wanted a more comfortable trip. A few days before the trip, Etihad informed me that the departure time of my first flight will change 7 hours earlier, leading to an 9 hour layover, without giving me another option nor reimbursing me for the extra cost. They didn’t even send me an apologetic email for this change. Regarding the flight experience, I would rate it as mediocre. This is mostly because the pilots of both flights did their best to give us the worst approach to airports that I have ever experienced. In the case of the first flight they had to aboard the landing and took off again right before touching the landing strip. The captain said that it was due to wind conditions but the second time the pilot followed the same direction as the first time to land the plane.

Liked leg room Disliked unable to book to sit with my family on same flight without paying extra

Long way to improve. Toilets not working. Bad handling when flight was canceled

The business class experience is fantastic. The crew were polite but often unavailable even when I tried to call them! I even found myself bringing my used dishes and cutlery up to the crew because no one had come to collect it after over an hour.

1st time with. Etihad Airways and it was amazing from check in to crew. Great flight.

Was good, comparatively. A330, with good crew set.on time depature. And crew try there best, to make thing efficient.

Spesific ,Crew and cabin manager, look after all pax on board despite being in a old A320 equipment.Got free seat upgrade as well,but old style seats, no much comfert on it.But food and the spesific crew, was amazing.maintain airlanka standerd.the cabin manager, who was so much keen,keen operate as per SOP.

Was got free upgrade, on old A320.aircraft is out dated kind of.bt service ,cabin manager, tried there best.and food was excelent.

When flying from Indian Sector, should be more prepared with Indian food

KAYAK Real time status update is not accurate.the flight inbound rejected and go around.and came back and land. Delay abt 30 min.still shows ontime.track ur self if u wana real time.and cabin crew s are nicer. Aircraft is jst ok.old airplane.and in midflight ,seems have some compressor issue.airconditioning was nt work properly either.I could litarary see guests were cheking if AC is working.bt on landing it start to gv cool.which probably some one intentionaly kept .which was so bad.even breathing was bit difficult.otjer than that.for me all ok.

This leg of the trip was smoother than compared to the initial trip. Sri Lankan Airlines still have much work to do to improve the overall travel experience.

The staff was absolutely phenomenal but the other elements of Sri Lankan Airlines need some serious adjustments. The day started off with terrible news that the flight was cancelled from Male and that the plane went to Malta. As an American, when such delays occur, the airlines find suitable ways to accommodate their customers such as putting them in an Airport hotel or lounge while waiting for the next flight. A 1.5 hour trip turned into 12 hours with no accommodations from the Airlines except a ticket to eat breakfast. For such a Billion dollar industry, a cheap breakfast is an insult toward the customer and something greater should have been done.

Very good crew, very efficient. Unfortunately not all items listed in duty free catalog were available.

Many changes need to be addressed from airport check in to flight departure. If they observe other major airlines, then they can expect what Sri Lankan airlines need to update their procedures.

Very professional and well managed. On time, great staff and comfortable.

The timing for this flight is really odd.. at 4.45AM If it was 1AM or 8AM it would be great. I guess its probably for European connecting flights with Emirates? Anyway, for a budget airline, the business class product in FlyDubai is quite decent. You even get Champagne, although 4AM is an off time to have it. The Throne seat for me while is great for privacy, sleeping isn't great for the foot extension. This flight is great for me due to its direct nature but if Emirates did it, I would choose that.

The quality is worse and worse , this business ticket pricing is overpriced !!!!

The Plane was very small.. domestic route will perfect not international

If I have a choice I would not use this airline. They moved by booking to Smart Wings, an airline they code share with. Changing terminals in buses and dealing with some of the staff associated with it is not the best experience. Having stated that I must share that the crew of Smart Wings airlines was polite.

Consider serving food to all passengers regardless of food reservation status during booking.

This was a smartwings operated flight. Flydubai is no longer value for money. Their prices are as high as emirates whereas delays, services and overall quality is as low as any other low cost carrier.

The only highlight on this flight was the taste of the food, which was surprisingly good. Everything else was below average, and the cabin crew service especially stood out for being slow and inattentive. We were surrounded by toddlers/babies and it made our 4 hour flight feel like 10 hours. Granted, that's not the airline's fault, but it added to the overall subpar experience.

Second-row economy doesn't have leg space if you are 6 feet

מלון חבל על הזמן השאר יום יומיים סבבה אבל בחוץ חום כלבים

Very helpful and welcoming crew, good food in fair quantities, enough space for the legs. Surprisingly good quality for a "lowcoster".

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Colombo to Dubai found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
10/4Fri
nonstopSriLankan Airlines
4h 45mCMB-DXB
$177
10/4Fri
1 stopSalam Air
6h 30mCMB-DXB
$182
10/3Thu
1 stopflydubai
6h 50mCMB-DXB
$203
10/6Sun
1 stopIndiGo
7h 20mCMB-DXB
$217
9/25Wed
1 stopflydubai
6h 50mCMB-DXB
$228
9/27Fri
1 stopEmirates
6h 55mCMB-DXB
$249
3/11Tue
1 stopEmirates
7h 20mCMB-DXB
$273
10/8Tue
1 stopIndiGo
7h 20mCMB-DXB
$275
10/14Mon
1 stopQatar Airways
9h 20mCMB-DXB
$331
3/9Sun
1 stopQatar Airways
8h 25mCMB-DXB
$332

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These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Colombo to Dubai that are departing in the next 10 days.
9/20Fri
nonstop
4h 50mCMB-DXB
9/27Fri
nonstop
4h 40mDXB-CMB
$299
9/18Wed
nonstop
4h 50mCMB-DXB
9/19Thu
nonstop
4h 40mDXB-CMB
$300
9/17Tue
nonstopFitsAir
4h 50mCMB-DXB
9/20Fri
nonstopFitsAir
4h 40mDXB-CMB
$323
9/17Tue
multi-stopEmirates
6h 55mCMB-DXB
9/19Thu
nonstopEmirates
4h 45mDXB-CMB
$368
9/17Tue
nonstopEmirates
4h 15mCMB-DXB
11/16Sat
nonstopEmirates
4h 30mDXB-CMB
$373
9/17Tue
nonstopflydubai
4h 40mCMB-DXB
9/18Wed
nonstopflydubai
4h 45mDXB-CMB
$385
9/17Tue
multi-stopQatar Airways
9h 20mCMB-DXB
11/16Sat
multi-stopQatar Airways
13h 35mDXB-CMB
$396
9/19Thu
nonstopFitsAir
4h 50mCMB-DXB
11/18Mon
nonstopFitsAir
4h 40mDXB-CMB
$397
9/19Thu
multi-stopQatar Airways
9h 20mCMB-DXB
9/27Fri
multi-stopQatar Airways
12h 50mDXB-CMB
$401
9/17Tue
nonstopflydubai
4h 25mCMB-DXB
9/21Sat
nonstopflydubai
4h 45mDXB-CMB
$407

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