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$195+ Cheap flights from Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) to Dubai, United Arab Emirates (DXB)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMB — DXB
Dec 24 — Dec 311
Tue 12/24
Tue 12/31
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The best prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Dubai Intl are usually found in October or June, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$324
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One-way from

$195
(flydubai)

Popular in

August

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October

Average price

$396
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This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Thu 12/264:50 amCMB - DXB
1 stop15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/56:00 pmDXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$324
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Thu 12/264:50 amCMB - DXB
1 stop15h 45mSalam Air
Sun 1/58:05 pmDXB - CMB
1 stop6h 25mSalam Air
Deal found 12/18$365
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/261:45 pmCMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 30mFitsAir
Wed 1/16:00 pmDXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 40mFitsAir
Deal found 12/19$372
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/311:35 amCMB - DXB
Nonstop5h 05mEmirates
Mon 1/69:40 amDXB - CMB
1 stop7h 15mEmirates
Deal found 12/19$376
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/246:40 pmCMB - DXB
Nonstop4h 40mSriLankan Airlines
Mon 12/3011:10 pmDXB - CMB
Nonstop4h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 12/19$425
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/251:35 amCMB - DXB
Nonstop5h 05mflydubai
Wed 1/110:10 amDXB - CMB
1 stop21h 50mflydubai
Deal found 12/19$452
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Tue 12/244:00 pmCMB - DXB
1 stop7h 25mAir India
Sun 12/2912:05 amDXB - CMB
1 stop14h 30mAir India
Deal found 12/19$508
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Fri 12/275:00 pmCMB - DXB
2 stops11h 55mGulf Air
Sun 1/59:20 pmDXB - CMB
2 stops10h 45mGulf Air
Deal found 12/18$602
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/213:00 amCMB - DXB
1 stop7h 45mIndiGo
Mon 12/307:45 pmDXB - CMB
1 stop28h 45mIndiGo
Deal found 12/19$636
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/224:25 amCMB - DXB
2 stops25h 20mRoyal Jordanian
Fri 12/271:45 pmDXB - CMB
2 stops25h 15mRoyal Jordanian
Deal found 12/19$726
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/294:25 amCMB - DXB
1 stop9h 00mQatar Airways
Wed 1/81:25 pmDXB - CMB
1 stop12h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/19$758
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2010:05 amCMB - DXB
3 stops37h 00mSWISS
Wed 12/256:05 amDXB - CMB
2 stops49h 15mSWISS
Deal found 12/19$11,238

Find flights from Colombo to Dubai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Colombo to Dubai 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 December 19, 2024.

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ColomboDubai

CMB - DXB

CMBDXB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 1/14

1:45 pm-4:45 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

Dubai Intl

Sun 1/19

6:00 pm-12:10 am

Nonstop4h 40m

$324

ColomboDubai

CMB - DXB

CMBDXB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 1/14

1:45 pm-4:45 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

Dubai Intl

Sun 1/19

8:05 pm-3:50 am

1 stop6h 15m

$335

ColomboDubai

CMB - DXB

CMBDXB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 1/30

3:00 am-9:15 am

1 stop7h 45m

Dubai Intl

Wed 2/5

7:45 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop15h 35m

$348

ColomboDubai

CMB - DXB

CMBDXB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 1/16

8:15 pm-2:05 am

1 stop7h 20m

Dubai Intl

Thu 1/23

9:40 am-6:25 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$367

ColomboDubai

CMB - DXB

CMBDXB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 1/12

4:50 am-7:05 pm

1 stop15h 45m

Dubai Intl

Thu 1/16

8:05 pm-3:50 am

1 stop6h 15m

$377

ColomboDubai

CMB - DXB

CMBDXB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 1/22

11:00 pm-2:35 am

Nonstop5h 05m

Dubai Intl

Mon 1/27

6:30 pm-12:30 am

Nonstop4h 30m

$382

ColomboDubai

CMB - DXB

CMBDXB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 1/16

4:00 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Dubai Intl

Thu 1/23

11:40 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop13h 50m

$386

ColomboDubai

CMB - DXB

CMBDXB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 1/13

6:40 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

Dubai Intl

Thu 1/16

11:10 pm-5:00 am

Nonstop4h 20m

$412

ColomboDubai

CMB - DXB

CMBDXB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 1/16

5:00 pm-6:15 pm

2 stops26h 45m

Dubai Intl

Thu 1/23

1:00 pm-9:35 am

2 stops19h 05m

$501

ColomboDubai

CMB - DXB

CMBDXB

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 12/25

1:35 am-5:10 am

Nonstop5h 05m

$195

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Colombo to Dubai in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport-Dubai flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport-Dubai flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport-Dubai flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport-Dubai 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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport-Dubai 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 Colombo to Dubai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Dubai from Colombo with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Colombo to Dubai

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Colombo to Dubai. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 88 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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai (average of $811). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,349). 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 CMB to DXB?

Find hourly flight availability from Colombo to Dubai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 19, 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 11% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai

Explore weekly flight availability from Colombo to Dubai. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 19, 2024.

The most flights from CMB to DXB are scheduled on a Monday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

Rainfall in Dubai by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Dubai ranges from 0.4 - 1.6 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 1.6 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Dubai when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Dubai by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Dubai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 95.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Dubai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dubai. 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 Dubai. Reviews last updated December 19, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air India, Gulf Air and Emirates from Colombo to Dubai to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,410 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,410 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,410 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,331 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,410 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Garuda Indonesia
8.0
Very good
81 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,410 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,605 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,410 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Colombo to Dubai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    For a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Dubai, you will be flying into Dubai Intl. Dubai Intl (DXB) is just 6.8 mi from the center of the city. Dubai Intl is the only Dubai airport and it handles 17 inbound flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day. 7 airlines have flights to Dubai Intl from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl on a regular basis.

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

    FitsAir, at $324, was found to be the cheapest airline from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include IndiGo and Emirates. These flights start at 16% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for flydubai. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $195. Users have also found prices from $215 and $216 on Salam Air and IndiGo, respectively.

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

    Consider Air Mauritius (100%), flydubai (86%) or FitsAir (86%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai.

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

    While on average a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai is generally $1,055, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $154. When looking at the most popular route, (Colombo Bandaranaike Intl - Dubai Intl), you can expect to pay $376 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Colombo to Dubai 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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai (average of $811). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,349). 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 7 airlines flying from Colombo to Dubai

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Colombo to Dubai. 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 December 19, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$88Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Salam AirCheapest$130Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air ArabiaCheapest$134Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$176Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
FitsAirCheapest$250Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
flydubaiCheapest$286Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
EmiratesCheapest$351Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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