Are there direct flights from Colombo to Dubai?

Yes, direct flights are available from Colombo to Dubai. Historically, approximately 49.8% of flights on this route have been direct. For journeys involving connecting flights, travelers typically experienced one stopover. This indicates a strong presence of non-stop options for this route.

What's the flight time from Colombo to Dubai?

The typical direct flight time from Colombo to Dubai is 4 hours and 25 minutes, covering a distance of 3288 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time is considerably longer, averaging 9 hours and 58 minutes. This difference highlights the efficiency of direct routes for this journey.

Should I set a price alert for Colombo to Dubai flights?

Historically, flight deals for the Colombo to Dubai route have been frequent. This suggests that setting a price alert could be beneficial for travelers looking to secure a favorable fare. Given the consistent availability of deals across the trailing 30 days, monitoring prices can help identify opportune booking moments.

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Colombo to Dubai: Overview

Insights for flights from Colombo to Dubai

A meaningful share of flights from Colombo to Dubai are non-stop, with 49.8% of recent itineraries offering direct service. For the remaining flights, most itineraries connect at least once, with a typical journey involving 1 stopover. This means you have a good chance of finding direct flights from Colombo to Dubai, but connecting options are also widely available.

When searching for cheap flights from Colombo to Dubai, fares typically range from $332–$625, with a median price of $390. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, and about 7% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

If you are wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Colombo to Dubai, the data indicates that December is often the most affordable month, with a median fare of $274. Following closely are January, with a median fare of $324, and September, where the median fare is $328. Planning your trip during these months could lead to significant savings.

A typical journey from Colombo to Dubai takes approximately 8h 55m, including connections. This duration accounts for both direct flights and those with one or more stopovers, providing a realistic expectation for your travel time. The route itself covers a distance of 3288 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Colombo to Dubai

Regular price: $247 - $441

Prices for flights from Colombo to Dubai are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Colombo to Dubai is between $247 and $441. The current lowest deal is $335 with SriLankan Airlines for travel from Nov 1-Nov 30.

now $335

Low $247

High $441

The cheapest time to fly from Colombo to Dubai

Flights from Colombo to Dubai are generally lower priced from January to December. The cheapest month to fly is December, with a median price of $274. The most expensive month to fly is July, with a median price of $523.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $274

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $523

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Direct flights from Colombo to Dubai

Air Arabia

Flydubai

Last-minute flights going from Colombo to Dubai

Mon, Aug 31

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Dubai

Colombo (CMB) - Dubai (DXB)

$747

$511

One-way

Mon, Aug 31

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Dubai

Colombo (CMB) - Dubai (DXB)

$639

$513

One-way

Mon, Aug 31

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Dubai

Colombo (CMB) - Dubai (DXB)

$767

$678

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Dubai

Colombo (CMB) - Dubai (DXB)

Air India Limited

$479

$446

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Dubai

Colombo (CMB) - Dubai (DXB)

Gulf Air

$473

$453

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Dubai

Colombo (CMB) - Dubai (DXB)

Emirates Airlines

$476

$482

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Colombo to Dubai

4 nights

Aug 31 - Sep 4

$747 → $511

32%

6 nights

Aug 31 - Sep 6

$639 → $513

20%

1 night

Aug 31 - Sep 1

$767 → $678

12%

3 nights

Sep 20 - Sep 23

$360 → $315

12%

Popular Airports to fly from Colombo to Dubai

Colombo - Dubai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from CMB to DXB are below the typical level, with 7% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically cheapest at $274

Historically, December offers the lowest median prices for this route at $274.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 8h 55m

The median flight duration from Colombo to Dubai is 8 hours and 55 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Mixed direct and connecting flights available

Approximately half of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights typically having 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Arabia and Flydubai offer direct flights

Air Arabia and Flydubai are among the airlines providing direct flight options for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route

Deals for flights from Colombo to Dubai appear frequently, offering regular savings opportunities.

Colombo main airports to depart from

Bandaranaike International (CMB)

Cheapest

Bandaranaike International is a convenient departure airport for flights from Colombo to Dubai.

📍 ~30 km from Colombo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$316

Dubai main airports to arrive at

Sharjah International (SHJ)

Cheapest

Sharjah International offers a convenient arrival option for flights from Colombo to Dubai.

📍 ~25 km from Dubai city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$309

Airports nearby Dubai used as alternative

Zayed International Airport (AUH)

Cheapest

Zayed International Airport is a major international hub within the UAE, offering extensive global connectivity.

📍 ~115 km from Dubai (approximately 1.5 to 2 hours drive from central Dubai depending on traffic)

💸 Flights from ~$265

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Dubai

Historically, booking flights from Colombo to Dubai 60+ days in advance has yielded the lowest average prices. Across the trailing quarter, the average price for flights booked within this window was $407. In contrast, booking 0-6 days before departure typically resulted in a significantly higher average price of $871. For those booking 14-27 days out, the average price was $414, indicating that planning ahead can lead to considerable savings.

Across the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Colombo to Dubai was considered to be $332 or less. The median price for this route during that period was $390. Fares around $625 or higher were typically in the more expensive range. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target prices at or below the $332 threshold.

Historically, December has shown the cheapest median flight prices from Colombo to Dubai, averaging $274. January also offered competitive fares, with a median price of $324. September, while also listed among the cheapest, had a median price of $328. The annual median price for this route across the trailing 270 days was $390, indicating that certain months offer notable savings compared to the yearly average.

Colombo to Dubai: Overview

Insights for flights from Colombo to Dubai

How much is a round trip from Colombo to Dubai

Regular price: $247 - $441

Prices for flights from Colombo to Dubai are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Colombo to Dubai is between $247 and $441. The current lowest deal is $335 with SriLankan Airlines for travel from Nov 1-Nov 30.

now $335

Low $247

High $441

The cheapest time to fly from Colombo to Dubai

December

Cheapest

Flights from $274

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $523

Jan

Mar

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May

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Aug

Sep

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