Cheap Flights from Colombo to Dubai from $154

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Colombo to Dubai (CMB-DXB)?

  Based on Trip.com data, FitsAir offers one-way fares as low as $154 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. CMB to DXB on Mon, Jul 20), while Air India offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $362 departing on Sat, Aug 1 and returning on Wed, Aug 5.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Colombo to Dubai?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Colombo to Dubai with the following airlines, including: Emirates Flydubai FitsAir SriLankan Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long does it take to fly from Colombo (CMB) to Dubai (DXB) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 5 hours 3 minutes to fly from Colombo (CMB) to Dubai (DXB).

• When is the best time to book flights from Colombo to Dubai?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Colombo to Dubai is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Colombo to Dubai?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 91 flight per week flying from Colombo to Dubai. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Emirates: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- EK653 (20:40)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Colombo to Dubai?

  To find best deals on flights from Colombo to Dubai, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Mon, Jul 20, with one-way flights priced at just $154.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is FitsAir.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Dubai travel is around January.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Colombo (CMB) to Dubai (DXB) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Colombo to Dubai is July, when demand for travel is lower.

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

  After crunching the numbers on our July flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Colombo to Dubai on July 17, 2026 with FitsAir, with prices starting at $167.

• Which airports can I fly to for Dubai from Colombo?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Dubai, with Bandaranaike International Airport to Dubai International Airport (CMB-DXB) is by far the most common option on this route: Dubai International Airport (DXB) Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) Dubai NP Bus Station (XHB) Dubai Etihad Bus Station (XNB).

• Is there any time difference between Colombo and Dubai?

  The time difference between Dubai and Colombo is 1h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Colombo to Dubai?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.