Can I fly direct from Dubai to Colombo?

Yes, direct flights from Dubai to Colombo are available. Historically, approximately 48.1% of flights on this route have been direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was two across the trailing 90 days.

What's the flight time from Dubai to Colombo?

The typical direct flight time from Dubai to Colombo is 4 hours and 35 minutes, covering a distance of 3288 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to 10 hours and 30 minutes. This represents a significant difference in travel time, with direct flights being considerably faster.

How often do Dubai to Colombo flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Dubai to Colombo route have shown frequent drops. This indicates that travelers may often find opportunities for price reductions. The frequency of these price changes has been observed across the trailing 30 days.

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Dubai to Colombo: Overview

Insights for flights from Dubai to Colombo

A meaningful share of recent fares for flights from Dubai to Colombo, specifically 48.1%, are non-stop. For the remaining itineraries, which include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This indicates a mixed offering of direct and connecting options for travelers on this route.

When considering cheap flights from Dubai to Colombo, fares typically range from $359–$947, with a median price of $568. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that finding exceptionally low prices can be challenging.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Dubai to Colombo, January stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $235. Following closely, August also offers competitive prices, with a median of $243. April is another good option, with median fares around $291.

A typical journey from Dubai to Colombo, including connections, takes approximately 4h 35m. This duration reflects the median travel time across all observed itineraries, encompassing both direct and connecting flights. The route covers a distance of 3288 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Dubai to Colombo

Regular price: $331 - $703

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

The regular price range for flights from Dubai to Colombo is typically between 331 USD and 703 USD. The current lowest deal is 326 USD with Estonian Air, for travel from Aug 22-Sep 10.

now $326

Low $331

High $703

The cheapest time to fly from Dubai to Colombo

The cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Colombo is January, with a median price of $235. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of $1139. Prices are generally lower from January to August.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $235

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,139

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Direct flights from Dubai to Colombo

Air Arabia

Last-minute flights going from Dubai to Colombo

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Colombo

Dubai (DXB) - Colombo (CMB)

Air India Limited

$549

$384

One-way

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Colombo

Dubai (DXB) - Colombo (CMB)

FitsAir

$544

$415

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Colombo

Dubai (DXB) - Colombo (CMB)

FitsAir

$537

$403

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Colombo

Dubai (DXB) - Colombo (CMB)

FitsAir

$543

$417

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Colombo

Dubai (DXB) - Colombo (CMB)

Air India Limited

$558

$470

One-way

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Colombo

Dubai (DXB) - Colombo (CMB)

Air India Limited

$557

$448

One-way

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

4 nights

Jul 26 - Jul 30

$549 → $384

30%

3 nights

Jul 27 - Jul 30

$537 → $403

25%

1 night

Jul 26 - Jul 27

$544 → $415

24%

2 nights

Jul 27 - Jul 29

$543 → $417

23%

Popular Airports to fly from Dubai to Colombo

Dubai - Colombo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Dubai to Colombo are near the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $235.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 4h 35m

Direct flights to Colombo typically average 4h 35m, while connecting flights average 12h 40m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

48.1% of flights are direct

Historically, 48.1% of flights from Dubai to Colombo are direct, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Arabia offers direct flights

Air Arabia is one airline that offers direct flights from Dubai to Colombo.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Dubai to Colombo are frequent, with a good price at $359.

Dubai main airports to depart from

Dubai International (DXB)

Cheapest

Dubai International (DXB) is a primary option for flights from Dubai to Colombo.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car or metro)

💸 Flights from ~$298

Al Maktoum International (DWC)

Al Maktoum International (DWC) offers an alternative departure point from Dubai to Colombo.

📍 ~35 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$1298

Dubai Bus Station (XNB)

Dubai Bus Station (XNB) provides ground transport connections for journeys from Dubai to Colombo.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$298

Sharjah International (SHJ)

Sharjah International (SHJ) is another airport option for flights from Dubai to Colombo.

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

💸 Flights from ~$308

Colombo main airports to arrive at

Bandaranaike International (CMB)

Cheapest

Bandaranaike International is the primary airport for flights arriving in Colombo, offering convenient access.

📍 ~30 km from Colombo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$298

Airports nearby Colombo used as alternative

Mattala Rajapaksa International (HRI)

Mattala Rajapaksa International is the only other designated international airport, capable of handling large aircraft.

📍 ~180 km from Colombo (reachable by car)

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Colombo

85% AI deal score

$1,170

$733

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Colombo

Historically, the optimal window for booking flights from Dubai to Colombo is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was around $428. Booking within 0-6 days of departure, however, saw prices rise significantly to an average of $1242. Even booking 60+ days out resulted in higher average prices of $770, indicating that last-minute deals are less common on this route across the trailing quarter.

A flight from Dubai to Colombo is generally considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $359. This threshold represents the lowest 25% of prices observed in the trailing 90 days. The median price for this route across the same period was $568, while prices at the higher end reached $947.

Historically, January and August have been the cheapest months to fly from Dubai to Colombo, with median prices of $235 and $243 respectively. April also offered competitive pricing, with a median of $291. These prices are notably lower than the annual median price of $568 for this route, based on data from the trailing 270 days.

Dubai to Colombo: Overview

Insights for flights from Dubai to Colombo

How much is a round trip from Dubai to Colombo

Regular price: $331 - $703

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

The regular price range for flights from Dubai to Colombo is typically between 331 USD and 703 USD. The current lowest deal is 326 USD with Estonian Air, for travel from Aug 22-Sep 10.

now $326

Low $331

High $703

The cheapest time to fly from Dubai to Colombo

January

Cheapest

Flights from $235

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,139

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