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Dubai.$413 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Apr, returning Sat, 3 May.Return flight with Jazeera Airways and SalamAir.Outbound indirect flight with Jazeera Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 26 Apr, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with SalamAir, departs from Dubai on Sat, 3 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $413, select.
Dubai.$414 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 May, returning Thu, 8 May.Return flight with Jazeera Airways and SalamAir.Outbound indirect flight with Jazeera Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 3 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 $414, select.
Dubai.$430 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Apr, returning Thu, 24 Apr.Return flight with Jazeera Airways and SalamAir.Outbound indirect flight with Jazeera Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 23 Apr, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with SalamAir, departs from Dubai on Thu, 24 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $430, select.
Dubai.$464 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 May, returning Wed, 21 May.Return flight with FitsAir.Outbound direct flight with FitsAir departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 13 May, arriving in Dubai.Inbound direct flight with FitsAir departs from Dubai on Wed, 21 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $464, select.
Dubai.$466 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Jun, returning Mon, 23 Jun.Return flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Dubai on Mon, 23 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $466, select.
Dubai.$470 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 $470, select.
Dubai.$472 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 $472, select.
Dubai.$479 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 $479, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Dubai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Colombo to Dubai flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from $430
May
from $414
Jun
from $466
Jul
from $521
Aug
from $518
Sep
from $536
Oct
from $530
Nov
from $522
Dec
from $522
Jan
from $532
Feb
from $578
Mar
from $531

Direct flights from Colombo to Dubai

Colombo to Dubai: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Colombo 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$413
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time4 hrs, 43 mins
Most popular airlineEmirates
Average flights per week153

Finding cheap flights from Colombo to Dubai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Colombo to Dubai is $413. 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 to Dubai.
Emirates, Air Mauritius and flydubai fly direct from Colombo to Dubai.
As of April 2025, there are 153 flights per week flying from Colombo to Dubai.
The cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Dubai is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Colombo 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.

Flying from Colombo to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know

  • Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is Colombo's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Colombo to Dubai Airport (DXB) leaving from here.

  • Around 4 hours 42 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Colombo to Dubai Airport.

  • Dubai Airport is located in Dubai. The city operates in the UTC+4 timezone and is 1 hour 30 minutes behind Colombo.

  • The busiest route is from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Dubai Airport (DXB), with 79 direct services every week. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CMB to DXB is the 01:35 flydubai option. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 22:05 with Emirates.

  • Your flight from Colombo to DXB won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.

Airports in Colombo

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • You can hop on a direct flight from Colombo to Dubai Airport (DXB) departing from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).

  • Pick from a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Colombo to Dubai Airport departing from CMB. Book your seat with one of these:

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing flights from Colombo to DXB departing from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:

    • Chennai Airport (MAA)

    • Muscat International Airport (MCT)

    • Cochin International Airport (COK)

  • CMB is approximately 32 kilometres from central Colombo. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will show you the best route and available public transport options.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Bandaranaike International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Colombo to Dubai Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:

About Dubai Airport (DXB)

Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai

  • Dubai Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Dubai. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 16 minutes.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 49 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Dubai Airport is $245. The cheapest price for a return flight is $413. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get flight tickets from Colombo to DXB if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.

  • Take advantage of the 'Whole month' search function to compare the prices of tickets from Colombo to Dubai Airport across each month. We've made the lowest fares green, so you can easily find a flight your budget will love.

  • Snapping up a cheap ticket from Colombo to DXB is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has fallen.

  • Customise your trip with filters. Choose the duration, number of stops, and departure and arrival times to find the ideal flight from Colombo to Dubai Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' options first.

The best time to fly from Colombo to Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Colombo to Dubai Airport. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Dubai in April when it's quieter.

  • The warmest month in Dubai is July, with the temperature ranging between 30ºC and 42ºC. Book your flights from Colombo to DXB in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Colombo to Dubai Airport in January when temperatures average between 14ºC and 25ºC.

More about Dubai

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