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Dubai.$420 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Apr, returning Fri, 2 May.Return flight with FitsAir and SalamAir.Outbound indirect flight with FitsAir, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 26 Apr, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with SalamAir, departs from Dubai on Fri, 2 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $420, select.
Dubai.$426 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 May, returning Thu, 8 May.Return flight with FitsAir and SalamAir.Outbound indirect flight with FitsAir, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 1 May, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with SalamAir, departs from Dubai on Thu, 8 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $426, select.
Dubai.$441 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Apr, returning Fri, 25 Apr.Return flight with FitsAir and SalamAir.Outbound indirect flight with FitsAir, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 24 Apr, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with SalamAir, departs from Dubai on Fri, 25 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $441, select.
Dubai.$469 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 May, returning Thu, 14 Aug.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 13 May, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Dubai on Thu, 14 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $469, select.
Dubai.$470 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Jun, returning Mon, 18 Aug.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 18 Jun, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Dubai on Mon, 18 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $470, select.
Dubai.$477 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Jul, returning Thu, 14 Aug.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 14 Jul, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Dubai on Thu, 14 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $477, select.
Dubai.$484 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 Aug, returning Mon, 11 Aug.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 3 Aug, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Dubai on Mon, 11 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $484, select.
Dubai.$487 per passenger.Departing Sun, 11 May, returning Sun, 25 May.Return flight with FitsAir.Outbound direct flight with FitsAir departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 11 May, arriving in Dubai.Inbound direct flight with FitsAir departs from Dubai on Sun, 25 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $487, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake to Dubai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Colombo Bandaranayake to Dubai flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from $441
May
from $426
Jun
from $536
Jul
from $519
Aug
from $484
Sep
from $534
Oct
from $528
Nov
from $529
Dec
from $520
Jan
from $530
Feb
from $576
Mar
from $530

Direct flights from Colombo Bandaranayake to Dubai

Colombo Bandaranayake to Dubai: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Colombo Bandaranayake to Dubai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Dubai.

Colombo to Dubai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$420
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time4 hrs, 43 mins
Most popular airlineEmirates
Average flights per week158

Finding cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranayake to Dubai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Colombo Bandaranayake to Dubai is $420. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 43 minutes is the average flight time from Colombo Bandaranayake to Dubai.
Emirates, Air Mauritius and flydubai fly direct from Colombo Bandaranayake to Dubai.
As of April 2025, there are 158 flights per week flying from Colombo Bandaranayake to Dubai.
The cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake to Dubai is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Dubai Airport on Saturday, 26 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 43 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Dubai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Dubai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, FitsAir offers the cheapest flight tickets to Dubai.

Flying from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Dubai Airport is 4 hours 40 minutes.

  • Dubai's timezone is UTC+4, making Dubai one hour 30 minutes behind Colombo.

  • Take your pick of 79 weekly Bandaranaike International Airport to Dubai Airport flights. The 01:35 departure with flydubai is the earliest flight available. Emirates operates the latest service of the day at 22:05.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your CMB to DXB flight.

  • You can expect longer lines during popular months such as February. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • A number of airlines operate direct flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Dubai Airport, so jetting off to Dubai (and then discovering more of United Arab Emirates!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:

  • FitsAir is the most frequently booked airline on this route.

  • Flydubai is the most punctual carrier operating CMB to DXB flights. An impressive 87.98% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bandaranaike International Airport to Dubai Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between CMB and DXB:

    • Cochin International Airport

    • Velana International Airport

    • Chennai Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • At the moment, $259 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Bandaranaike International Airport to Dubai Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $420. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Book seven months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CMB to DXB.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Dubai Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Finding cheap flights from CMB to DXB couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new deal comes up.

  • Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Dubai Airport.

Handy information about Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Of all flights departing from Bandaranaike International Airport, 75.71% touch down on time at their destination.

  • To get to Bandaranaike International Airport from central Colombo, it'll take around 40 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near CMB. Whether you're taking an early flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Dubai Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)

Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai

  • From Dubai Airport, Dubai is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Travelling on public transport will take you around 50 minutes.

When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Dubai Airport. January is the most popular month to head to Dubai. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in April.

  • Before locking in your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Dubai Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CMB to DXB in January. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.

Explore more of United Arab Emirates

  • Sharjah is just one of the many cities in United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored once you've seen Dubai. Around 23 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.

  • Around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai, Abu Dhabi is another essential stop in United Arab Emirates. Experience major highlights starting with Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.

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