How many airports are there in Colombo?

There are 6 airports in Colombo: Diyawanna Oya, Kelaniya, Colombo Ratmalana, Colombo Bandaranayake, Bentota River, and Katugastota.

How much are round-trip flights from Dubai to Colombo?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Dubai to Colombo is AED 1,020. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Dubai to Colombo?

4 hours and 32 minutes is the average flight time from Dubai to Colombo.

Which airlines fly direct from Dubai to Colombo?

Emirates, flydubai and Air Mauritius fly direct from Dubai to Colombo.

How many flights are there a week from Dubai to Colombo?

There are 780 flights per week flying from Dubai to Colombo, as of May 2024.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Dubai to Colombo?

The cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Colombo is usually May.

What's the cheapest airport to fly to in Colombo?

If you're flying from Dubai, the cheapest airport near Colombo is Colombo Bandaranayake – which is 27.5 km away from the center of Colombo. We've found flights to this airport from AED 1,020 .

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Dubai to Colombo on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Dubai to Colombo on Sunday, May 19, 2024 .

Can I get a direct flight from Dubai to Colombo?

Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 31 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Dubai to Colombo?

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 Colombo 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Colombo?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Colombo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Colombo?

In May, the average temperature is usually around 28°C. May is typically the warmest month in Colombo, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is November.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with from Dubai to Colombo?

The cheapest airline that flies to Colombo is Etihad Airways, and the cheapest airline that flies to Kelaniya Airport is flydubai.

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Colombo.AED 1,020 per passenger.Departing Sun, May 19, returning Thu, May 23.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Dubai Bus Station on Sun, May 19, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, May 23, arriving in Dubai Bus Station.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,020, select.

Colombo.AED 1,021 per passenger.Departing Wed, May 22, returning Sat, Jun 1.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Dubai Bus Station on Wed, May 22, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, Jun 1, arriving in Dubai Bus Station.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,021, select.

Colombo.AED 1,058 per passenger.Departing Tue, May 21, returning Tue, Jul 2.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Dubai Bus Station on Tue, May 21, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, Jul 2, arriving in Dubai Bus Station.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,058, select.

Colombo.AED 1,094 per passenger.Departing Wed, May 15, returning Tue, Sep 10.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Dubai Bus Station on Wed, May 15, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, Sep 10, arriving in Dubai Bus Station.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,094, select.

Colombo.AED 1,113 per passenger.Departing Sun, Jun 9, returning Fri, Jun 14.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Dubai Bus Station on Sun, Jun 9, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, Jun 14, arriving in Dubai Bus Station.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,113, select.

Colombo.AED 1,214 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jun 5, returning Fri, Aug 9.Round-trip flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departing from Dubai on Wed, Jun 5, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, Aug 9, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,214, select.

Colombo.AED 1,216 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jun 20, returning Thu, Jul 11.Round-trip flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departing from Dubai on Thu, Jun 20, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, Jul 11, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,216, select.

Colombo.AED 1,222 per passenger.Departing Fri, May 10, returning Fri, May 31.Round-trip flight with flydubai.Outbound direct flight with flydubai departing from Dubai on Fri, May 10, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound direct flight with flydubai departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, May 31, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,222, select.

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Colombo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Dubai to Colombo flights are currently cheapest in May.

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Dubai to Colombo: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	AED 1,020
Cheapest month to fly	May
Average flight time	4 hrs, 31 mins
Most popular airline	Emirates
Average flights per week	130

Finding cheap flights from Dubai to Colombo: Frequently asked questions

: There are 6 airports in Colombo: Diyawanna Oya, Kelaniya, Colombo Ratmalana, Colombo Bandaranayake, Bentota River, and Katugastota.
: The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Dubai to Colombo is AED 1,020. 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 32 minutes is the average flight time from Dubai to Colombo.
: Emirates, flydubai and Air Mauritius fly direct from Dubai to Colombo.
: There are 780 flights per week flying from Dubai to Colombo, as of May 2024.
: The cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Colombo is usually May.
: If you're flying from Dubai, the cheapest airport near Colombo is Colombo Bandaranayake – which is 27.5 km away from the center of Colombo. We've found flights to this airport from AED 1,020.
: After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Dubai to Colombo on Sunday, May 19, 2024.
: Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 31 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 Colombo 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 Colombo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
: In May, the average temperature is usually around 28°C. May is typically the warmest month in Colombo, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is November.
: The cheapest airline that flies to Colombo is Etihad Airways, and the cheapest airline that flies to Kelaniya Airport is flydubai.

The primary airport serving the city of Colombo is Bandaranaike International Airport, also known as Colombo International Airport. Currently there are three airlines offering direct flights from Dubai to Colombo - SriLankan Airlines, Emirates and flydubai. All of the flights to Colombo from Dubai leave Dubai International Airport as opposed to the Al Maktoum International Airport. Colombo is also home to Ratmalana Airport, Sri Lanka's only international airport before Bandaranaike International Airport opened in 1967. This airport offers domestic flights in addition to charter flights.

Airport Information - Arriving

Bandaranaike International Airport is made up of two passenger terminals as well as a third terminal which is due to open in 2019. Terminal 1 is the largest in the airport and currently operates all international flights, while Terminal 3 is dedicated to domestic operations. The planned Terminal 2 is scheduled to open in 2019 and will eventually take over many international flight routes. Passengers traveling to and from Dubai will be at Terminal 1 which offers a lot in terms of duty free shops, eateries and airport lounges.

There are numerous ways to reach the center of Colombo from Bandaranaike International Airport including by public bus and airport taxi. Car rental is also an option. All travelers, except citizens of Singapore and Maldives, must apply for an electronic travel authorization (ETA) before entering the country. This visa is valid for a period of up to 3 months for two entries into the country, although the maximum length of stay is up to 30 days.

Airport Information - Departing

All flights to Colombo depart from Dubai International Airport, one of the world's finest airports offering a wide range of amenities and facilities. The airport is comprised of three passenger terminals - Terminal 3 is dedicated solely to Emirates flights, while Terminals 1 and 2 handle all other airlines. Those flying with SriLankan Airlines will depart from Terminal 1, and those with flydubai will leave from Terminal 2. Dubai International Airport offers a wealth of world-class designer stores, duty free shopping, restaurants and airport lounges and also ranks as the world's busiest airport.

Colombo Travel Tips

The weather in Colombo remains consistently hot all year round as it lacks any season where temperatures are cooler, unlike Dubai where the winter months can be pleasantly cool. However, Colombo does have two monsoon seasons between May-August and October-January, so those looking forward to exploring the city and the surrounding region will want to avoid these periods. Check out the best hotels Colombo has to offer. Many airlines provide cheap flights from Dubai to Colombo and other places in Sri Lanka all year round.

For more information on what to see in the Sri Lankan city, read our guide to the top 12 things to do in Colombo. Prices are a lot cheaper compared to Dubai, reflected in the average cost of a meal for two at around 50AED compared to 200AED in Dubai. Those journeying to Colombo should be aware that the city is 1.5 hours ahead of Dubai.

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