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$137+ Cheap flights from Dhaka (DAC) to Bandaranaike Intl (CMB)

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DAC — CMB
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The best prices from Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in May or June, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Dhaka to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dhaka (DAC) to Colombo (CMB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated janvier 16, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$267
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$137
(Trip.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$357
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dhaka to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on janvier 16, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 3/3111:45 amDAC - CMB
1 stop27h 45mAir India
sam. 4/54:00 pmCMB - DAC
1 stop18h 15mAir India
Deal found 1/15$267
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 1/225:25 pmDAC - CMB
1 stop27h 00mIndiGo
mer. 1/298:55 pmCMB - DAC
1 stop19h 00mIndiGo
Deal found 1/16$269
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 2/139:00 amDAC - CMB
2 stops13h 45mMultiple Airlines
lun. 2/173:00 amCMB - DAC
1 stop12h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$356
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sam. 1/1811:59 pmDAC - CMB
Nonstop3h 21mFitsAir
sam. 1/257:25 pmCMB - DAC
Nonstop3h 05mFitsAir
Deal found 1/16$481
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 1/1611:59 pmDAC - CMB
Nonstop3h 21mFlexFlight
sam. 1/257:25 pmCMB - DAC
Nonstop3h 05mFlexFlight
Deal found 1/16$532
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 3/262:00 amDAC - CMB
1 stop22h 31mThai Airways
mar. 4/112:55 amCMB - DAC
1 stop10h 45mThai Airways
Deal found 1/16$556
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dim. 3/91:00 pmDAC - CMB
Nonstop3h 25mSriLankan Airlines
jeu. 3/207:50 amCMB - DAC
Nonstop3h 10mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 1/16$579
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 3/511:55 pmDAC - CMB
1 stop24h 05mSingapore Airlines
mar. 3/1112:45 amCMB - DAC
1 stop21h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 1/16$590
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 2/43:00 pmDAC - CMB
1 stop27h 30mChina Eastern
lun. 2/108:20 pmCMB - DAC
2 stops41h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 1/16$694
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 3/1110:10 pmDAC - CMB
2 stops23h 25mAir China
jeu. 3/2010:25 pmCMB - DAC
2 stops45h 45mAir China
Deal found 1/16$853
This Air Arabia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Arabia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 2/149:35 amDAC - CMB
1 stop18h 40mAir Arabia
dim. 2/163:55 amCMB - DAC
1 stop15h 45mAir Arabia
Deal found 1/16$916

Find flights from Dhaka to Colombo within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Dhaka to Colombo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated janvier 16, 2025.

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DhakaColombo

DAC - CMB

DACCMB

Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl

lun. 3/31

11:45 am-3:00 pm

1 stop27h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

sam. 4/5

4:00 pm-10:45 am

1 stop18h 15m

$267

DhakaColombo

DAC - CMB

DACCMB

Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl

mar. 2/18

5:25 pm-2:00 am

1 stop9h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

dim. 2/23

8:55 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop19h 00m

$275

DhakaColombo

DAC - CMB

DACCMB

Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl

jeu. 2/13

9:00 am-10:15 pm

2 stops13h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

lun. 2/17

3:00 am-4:25 pm

1 stop12h 55m

$356

DhakaColombo

DAC - CMB

DACCMB

Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl

jeu. 2/13

11:59 pm-2:50 am

Nonstop3h 21m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

mar. 2/18

7:25 pm-11:00 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$518

DhakaColombo

DAC - CMB

DACCMB

Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl

mer. 3/26

2:00 am-12:01 am

1 stop22h 31m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

mar. 4/1

12:55 am-12:10 pm

1 stop10h 45m

$556

DhakaColombo

DAC - CMB

DACCMB

Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl

dim. 3/9

3:00 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop27h 30m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

jeu. 3/20

8:20 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops41h 00m

$575

DhakaColombo

DAC - CMB

DACCMB

Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl

dim. 3/9

1:00 pm-3:55 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

jeu. 3/20

7:50 am-11:30 am

Nonstop3h 10m

$579

DhakaColombo

DAC - CMB

DACCMB

Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl

mer. 3/5

11:55 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop24h 05m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

mar. 3/11

12:45 am-10:40 pm

1 stop21h 25m

$590

DhakaColombo

DAC - CMB

DACCMB

Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl

mar. 4/1

6:05 am-3:15 am

1 stop21h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

sam. 4/5

5:15 am-5:15 am

1 stop23h 30m

$704

DhakaColombo

DAC - CMB

DACCMB

Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl

mar. 3/11

10:10 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops23h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

jeu. 3/20

10:25 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops45h 45m

$853

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Dhaka to Colombo in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
JetabroadPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Dhaka-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Dhaka-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Dhaka-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Dhaka-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Dhaka-Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Dhaka to Colombo

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Travel insights for flights from Dhaka to Colombo

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Dhaka to Colombo including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Dhaka to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Dhaka to Colombo. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Dhaka to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 75 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dhaka to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dhaka to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,049). Flying from Dhaka to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,850). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DAC to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from Dhaka to Colombo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated janvier 16, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Dhaka to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 45% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Dhaka to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Dhaka to Colombo. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Dhaka to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Colombo by month

Plan your trip to Colombo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport ranges from 2.4 - 13.8 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport when rainfall is around 2.4 in.

Temperature in Colombo by month

Plan your trip to Colombo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 80.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Colombo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Colombo. Reviews last updated janvier 16, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with IndiGo, SriLankan Airlines and flydubai from Dhaka to Colombo have to say. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,327 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Thai Airways
7.8
Good
337 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Air Arabia
7.7
Good
46 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Dhaka to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl (DAC), located 2.2 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Dhaka to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. 5 airlines have flights from Hazrat Shahjalal Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 1 outbound flight to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dhaka to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?

    Flying on Air India is currently your cheapest option to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, with prices starting at $267. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by IndiGo and FitsAir, with the lowest prices starting at $275 and $518, respectively. Air India is currently priced 27% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Dhaka to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $137 on IndiGo. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include FlexFlight from $217 and FitsAir from $262 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Dhaka to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Consider Etihad Airways (68%), SriLankan Airlines (67%) or FitsAir (46%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Dhaka to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dhaka to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay $433 for a flight from Dhaka to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $213 while the most popular route, (Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl - Colombo Bandaranaike Intl) is currently priced at $336.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dhaka to Colombo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Dhaka to Colombo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Dhaka to Colombo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Dhaka to Colombo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Dhaka to Colombo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dhaka to Colombo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dhaka to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dhaka to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,049). Flying from Dhaka to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,850). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Dhaka to Colombo

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Dhaka to Colombo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated janvier 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IndiGoCheapest$265Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Air IndiaCheapest$276Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$293Average$554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
FitsAirCheapest$332Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FlexFlightCheapest$355Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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