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Dubai.$277 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 May, returning Thu, 5 Jun.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 29 May, arriving in Dubai Bus Station.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Dubai Bus Station on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $277, select.
Dubai.$278 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 May, returning Mon, 12 May.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 7 May, arriving in Dubai Bus Station.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Dubai Bus Station on Mon, 12 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $278, select.
Dubai.$396 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Jun, returning Sat, 21 Jun.Return flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 2 Jun, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Dubai on Sat, 21 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $396, select.
Dubai.$431 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 May, returning Tue, 27 May.Return flight with FitsAir.Outbound direct flight with FitsAir departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 20 May, arriving in Dubai.Inbound direct flight with FitsAir departs from Dubai on Tue, 27 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $431, select.
Dubai.$431 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Jun, returning Mon, 18 Aug.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 17 Jun, arriving in Dubai Bus Station.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Dubai Bus Station on Mon, 18 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $431, select.
Dubai.$433 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Jul, returning Sun, 24 Aug.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 8 Jul, arriving in Dubai Bus Station.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Dubai Bus Station on Sun, 24 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $433, select.
Dubai.$506 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Jul, returning Wed, 16 Jul.Return flight with Etihad Airways and SalamAir.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 6 Jul, arriving in Dubai Bus Station.Inbound indirect flight with SalamAir, departs from Dubai on Wed, 16 Jul, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $506, select.
Dubai.$524 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Dec, returning Sat, 3 Jan.Return flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 15 Dec, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Dubai on Sat, 3 Jan, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $524, 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.
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from $396
Jul
from $506
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from $549
Sep
from $555
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from $526
Nov
from $526
Dec
from $530
Jan
from $524
Feb
from $529
Mar
from $556

Direct flights from Colombo to Dubai

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Colombo to Dubai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$277
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time4 hrs, 43 mins
Most popular airlineEmirates
Average flights per week588

Finding cheap flights from Colombo to Dubai: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Dubai: Dubai, Sharjah, Dubai Al Maktoum International, and Ras Al Khaimah.
The best price we found for a return flight from Colombo to Dubai is $277. 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, flydubai and Air Mauritius fly direct from Colombo to Dubai.
As of April 2025, there are 147 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 on Thursday, 29 May 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.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 28°C. August is typically the warmest month in Dubai, when it usually averages around 42°C. You can expect the least rain in May. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 15°C. The rainiest month is January.
The cheapest airline that flies to Dubai is Etihad Airways. And the cheapest airline that flies to Sharjah Airport is FitsAir.

Flying from Colombo to Dubai: what you need to know

  • Colombo's main base, Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore your departure choices from here for your flight from Colombo to Dubai.

  • Arrive in Dubai at Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).

  • Around 4 hours 40 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Colombo to Dubai flight.

  • For a stress-free start to your trip, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your Colombo to Dubai flight.

  • Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Dubai

  • At the moment, $127 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Dubai. The cheapest price for a return flight is $277. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To snag cheap Colombo to Dubai flights, reserve your trip three months before your departure date.

  • Organise your trip for June. That's the best month for landing a great bargain on plane tickets from Colombo to Dubai. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.

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  • Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your Colombo to Dubai flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'

Flying from Colombo

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • You can book a direct flight from Colombo to Dubai taking off from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Begin your journey at CMB and come in for landing at Dubai Airport (DXB).

  • You'll have your pick of airlines that offer direct Colombo to Dubai plane tickets out of CMB. Claim your seat with one of these carriers:

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Colombo to Dubai flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Bandaranaike International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:

    • Cochin International Airport (COK)

    • Velana International Airport (MLE)

    • Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • CMB is about 27 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Want a handy hotel close to Bandaranaike International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Colombo to Dubai, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:

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

Arriving in Dubai

Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • The distance from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai is roughly 10 kilometres. It'll take you around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Colombo to Dubai, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near DXB:

  • Explore without limits with a Dubai Airport rental car. Book your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and venture far and wide through Dubai and beyond.

  • Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Dubai Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.

Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)

  • Central Dubai is around 40 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). After your flight from Colombo to Dubai has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 45 minutes.

  • You can expect the trip to take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport.

  • After your flight from Colombo to Dubai, settle in at a hotel near DWC. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:

  • Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare rates and availability from Quicklease Car Hire, Quick Drive and Golden Key Car Hire.

  • Snap up a deal by booking your ride from DWC three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Dubai

  • January is the most popular month for flights from Colombo to Dubai. To escape the crowds, visit Dubai in April.

  • The warmest month in Dubai is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Book your Colombo to Dubai ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • Search for cheap flights from Colombo to Dubai in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.

More about Dubai

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Dubai right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Colombo to Dubai:

  • Burj Khalifa and The Dubai Mall Heart are just two of the top attractions to put on your Dubai itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Desert safari tourism.

Explore more of United Arab Emirates

  • Dubai is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered. Around 23 kilometres north-east of Dubai, a trip to Sharjah will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like 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 this destination's highlights firsthand at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.

Plan the rest of your trip from Colombo to Dubai

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