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Cheapest return flight
AED 991
Typical prices: AED 1,274-AED 1,885
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AUH - CMB • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
AED 477
Typical prices: AED 608-AED 986
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Sat 13/10
AUH - CMB • Direct
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Cheap Flights to Bandaranaike Intl

 
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Recent return flight deals to Bandaranaike Intl

Thu, 8 Oct - Sat, 17 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
02:25 - 08:35AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
4h 40mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:30 - 00:35CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
4h 35mdirect
AED 1,017Multiple Airlines
Fri, 13 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
Etihad Airways Logo
02:15 - 08:10AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
4h 25mdirect
Etihad Airways Logo
04:00 - 07:10CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
4h 40mdirect
AED 1,021Etihad Airways
Tue, 6 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct
Etihad Airways Logo
02:25 - 08:35AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
4h 40mdirect
Etihad Airways Logo
04:10 - 07:10CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
4h 30mdirect
AED 1,021Etihad Airways
Sat, 26 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:50 - 14:55AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
4h 35mdirect
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21:30 - 00:35CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
4h 35mdirect
AED 1,025Multiple Airlines
Sat, 10 Oct - Sat, 17 Oct
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi Logo
14:40 - 20:50AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
4h 40mdirect
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi Logo
21:30 - 00:35CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
4h 35mdirect
AED 1,087Air Arabia Abu Dhabi
Wed, 3 Feb - Sat, 20 Feb
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi Logo
14:45 - 20:45AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
4h 30mdirect
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi Logo
21:25 - 00:45CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
4h 50mdirect
AED 1,153Air Arabia Abu Dhabi
Sun, 18 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
Air Arabia Logo
20:15 - 02:20SHJ  Sharjah-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
4h 35mdirect
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05:20 - 08:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-SHJ Sharjah
4h 40mdirect
AED 1,171Air Arabia
Mon, 12 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
Air Arabia Logo
08:10 - 14:15SHJ  Sharjah-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
4h 35mdirect
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05:20 - 08:10CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-SHJ Sharjah
4h 20mdirect
AED 1,179Air Arabia
Wed, 25 Nov - Thu, 31 Dec
Salam Air Logo
11:15 - 05:25SHJ  Sharjah-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 40m1 stop Muscat Seeb
Salam Air Logo
06:25 - 18:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-SHJ Sharjah
13h 35m1 stop Muscat Seeb
AED 1,201Salam Air
Thu, 26 Nov - Thu, 31 Dec
Salam Air Logo
19:30 - 03:50SHJ  Sharjah-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
6h 50m1 stop Muscat Seeb
Salam Air Logo
06:25 - 18:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-SHJ Sharjah
13h 35m1 stop Muscat Seeb
AED 1,201Salam Air
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Price, demand, and travel trends for United Arab Emirates to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from the United Arab Emirates to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport with more confidence.

What is the cheapest flight to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Abu Dhabi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is the cheapest route at AED 991 return, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. KAYAK data shows this is also the most popular route.

How much is a flight to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

A return flight to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport costs AED 1,557 on average, based on data over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Return fares from Sharjah average AED 1,363, while Abu Dhabi runs a bit higher at AED 1,408.

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

Sunday is the cheapest day to fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport at AED 1,539 return on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Saturday is the most expensive at AED 1,608.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

  • October is the cheapest month to fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport with an average price of AED 1,131 return.
  • July (AED 1,946) and August (AED 1,744) are the most expensive.
  • Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Night flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are the cheapest at AED 1,542 return on average. Morning flights are the most expensive at AED 1,755.

What is a good deal for flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Flights under AED 1,274 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found return flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:

  • Abu Dhabi AED 1,179
  • Sharjah AED 1,242
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When are flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are cheapest 16 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 8% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

AED 477
Best time to beat the crowds (27% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (1% more expensive on average)
Flights from Abu Dhabi to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

When to book flights to Bandaranaike Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to Bandaranaike Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your questions about flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Etihad Airways operates the most flights from the United Arab Emirates to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport at 27 per week, while flydubai is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from the United Arab Emirates to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveller choice.

  • Which airports serve Colombo and the surrounding area?

    Flights to Colombo can arrive at several major airports serving the metro area, including Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) and Colombo Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base (DWO). Nearby alternatives within 80.5 km of Colombo include Kalutara Katukurunda (KTY), Bentota River (BJT) and Hatton Castlereigh Reservoir (NUF). These airports are not in Colombo itself but may be useful depending on your route, airline, and onward travel plans.

  • How long are direct flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from different departure cities?

    Direct flight time to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport varies depending on your departure city:

    • from Sharjah: 4h 25m
    • from Dubai: 4h 15m
    • from Abu Dhabi: 4h 25m

  • How many flights serve Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport receives 15 flights per day and 103 per week from across the world. Dubai has the most flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport with 53 weekly flights.

  • How do I know if a flight to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is around AED 1,274 return. This fare is in the lowest 25% of return flight prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Last-minute fares to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 3% above the average return fare of AED 1,557.

  • Which airlines should I consider for flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Your guide to booking Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, aim to book around 16 weeks before you fly. That window historically saves about 8% versus last-minute pricing based on KAYAK booking data over the last 12 months.
  • For flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, recent KAYAK data shows that stronger deals tend to be around AED 1,274 return. If you see a fare below that threshold, it's a good deal – book before the price climbs back up.
  • If you can choose when to go, aim to travel to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in October. Return fares historically average AED 1,131 that month – typically the cheapest month to travel based on the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond an ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to evening to save up to AED 213 per return. Evening flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport average AED 1,542 compared to AED 1,755 for morning flights. See the time-of-day chart above for the full breakdown.
  • Bag allowances vary by airline, fare type, cabin class, and route. On flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, some airlines may include bags at no extra cost. For example, flydubai includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class, FitsAir includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class, and SriLankan Airlines includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class. Always check the fare details before booking, since bag policies can change by ticket type.
  • Once you arrive in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, a great place to start is Pettah Market. It is popular with first-time visitors and can give you a good feel for the area.

Reviews of the top 4 airlines flying to Bandaranaike Intl

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Bandaranaike Intl? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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EmiratesOverall score based on 3660 reviews
8.0Comfort
8.4Crew
8.1Boarding
7.9Food
8.2Entertainment
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Boarding is messy, business class no priority line Delay is departure.. hot in cabin

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Aug 2026
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Boarding is messy, business class no priority line Delay is departure.. hot in cabin

My experience with Emirates was very disappointing, particularly in how the disruption to my journey was handled. My connecting flight in Dubai was cancelled and I was provided overnight accommodation, but I was not advised that leaving the airport could affect duty-free items I had purchased at my original departure airport. When I returned for the rescheduled flight, the alcoholic beverages were confiscated. I was then initially refused boarding for my rescheduled flight, although this was eventually resolved. Onboard, I was allocated a next to a passenger who repeatedly shouted throughout the journey. I asked the senior cabin crew member to move me to vacant seats at the rear but was told they were reserved for crew. The same seats were only offered to me towards the end of the flight, when moving was of little benefit. I appreciate the hotel accommodation provided after the cancellation, but the overall handling, communication and customer service fell well below what I expected from Emirates. What began as a flight cancellation became a series of unnecessary inconveniences, financial loss and an extremely uncomfortable journey.

Good service. I wish there was more legroom. The food could be improved with additional options.

Everything is smooth and good. While cabin crew didn't wake me up for food. When I got up I asked for my meal then they simply replied I was sleep due to that reason they did not wake me up. In that case I suggest they must keep stickers to place on top wake up or DnD.

It was very exlent flight and thanks a lot kayak

As always Emirates is always dependent on the crew you get on the day and today was a good one. Everyone knew what they were doing and gracefully without hesitation . Great conversation all round even about the food and wine.

Very bad service and food variety will never come back again

Flight was cancelled without notification. Information on flight status was not available on Emirates's website.

Everything was perfect. Staff were informative and professional and flight boarding, flying and de-embarking was smooth. I would certainly travel with Emirates again.

My baby was with me it was really good experience with emirates

The first segment from Atlanta to Abu Dhabi was fantastic, but we got downgraded to a different aircraft from Abu Dhabi to Delhi. We were supposed to be on a flatbed business class when we booked it but just about one week before travel, we were changed to A321 Neo, which just has old-fashioned business class seats that recline but don’t go flat. No TV either. While I fully understand that sometimes these changes have to be made for operational reasons, but I asked for some credit or compensation for that and I did not get any anywhere with that

I bought a full price ticket for business class on kayak and my seat selection was not Included, I had to pay more and WiFi for example was not Included in my seat. My travel companion who bought his ticket for the same business class price had these features included in his ticket therefore I am not happy with my purchase via kayak.

Good could be better. Crew is good but not great. Not much snack options for kids. Bathrooms were not cleaned on time

The crew were really bad mannered! And spoiled all my mood throughout the flight!

One of the bags was damaged the offer from the airline wasn’t enough to buy another bag. Can you look into the case please case reference 2007025965730

The cabin crew were kind, helpful, and polite. However, my flight from Abu Dhabi to Frankfurt was delayed, causing me to miss my connecting flight. As a result, my journey was significantly extended, leading to a much longer travel time than originally scheduled.

Maybe some more information as to why the flight got delayed I understand may be tell your customers that missiles were fired at a specific airport wouldn't be reassuring to the customers and would cause mayhem but something like recent events have cause a delay on your flight or smth

They lost the baggage and said it was deleted from the system. I had baggage tag so was able to file the complaint but there was no PIR number and update so far

I booked tickets for a family of five and specifically paid extra to select our seats together. We spent nearly $1,000 extra (around $100 per seat) for extra legroom so we could sit near each other. However, despite paying for this, we ended up being separated on the flight. This caused a major issue for our family because my parents do not speak English and rely on me to translate and assist them during the journey. I do not understand why Etihad changed our reserved seats without explanation. I am extremely dissatisfied with this experience. I expect the airline to do better, and I am requesting a full refund for the seat selection fees we paid.

Limit the number of usage of wine or please arrange our seats. The passenger was drunk on this flight and not on Thiruvananthapuram to Abudhabi.

Too many carryon bags with size of checking bags. Because of that space was not there to put carry on backpacks.

Nice crew.flight delay fromBKK for some ground prep issue I guess, crew serve well to guest, and respect to guest as well. As usual AC is old,and nt much comert in compare to other rehional airliners.other than that.all good

Flight was on time.food is as usual good.Aircraft is old.old A320, seats aithout any display.crew serve well

When flying from Indian Sector, should be more prepared with Indian food

KAYAK Real time status update is not accurate.the flight inbound rejected and go around.and came back and land. Delay abt 30 min.still shows ontime.track ur self if u wana real time.and cabin crew s are nicer. Aircraft is jst ok.old airplane.and in midflight ,seems have some compressor issue.airconditioning was nt work properly either.I could litarary see guests were cheking if AC is working.bt on landing it start to gv cool.which probably some one intentionaly kept .which was so bad.even breathing was bit difficult.otjer than that.for me all ok.

This leg of the trip was smoother than compared to the initial trip. Sri Lankan Airlines still have much work to do to improve the overall travel experience.

Very good crew, very efficient. Unfortunately not all items listed in duty free catalog were available.

Very professional and well managed. On time, great staff and comfortable.

Kayak company fake total I m not travel my payment reverse plzzz my credit card

Terrible experience. Unexpected wait due to staff delay was not taken proper care. Food inflight could be better where as flight attendees on flight hospitality was 100%

Food 930 am flight they serve lunch !! In other flight 11 am flight they serve breakfast Crew behavior is bad also overall

If the flight was full I would have been more uncomfortable as the space was small. The seat in front of me was very close, I wear transition lenses and it was too close for a comfortable viewing experience. The foot room was not the best either. The row was empty so I had shoulder width space. The foot space in my opinion could be better, I am just 6ft tall, medium built and found the space mediocre. The AC on the flight could have been cooler. We were delaed on the tarmac and the air con was warm. Even in the air, it could have been cooler. Apart from that excellent service crew, we were delayed on the tarmac and water was offered to us which was of good temperature. The snacks offered were acceptable. Thanks for a safe and smooth journey.

Boarding from T3 is a nightmare for the transfer to the aircraft.

BEST air crew in the industry and service delivery takes it to the next level from great to AMAZING!!!

The timing for this flight is really odd.. at 4.45AM If it was 1AM or 8AM it would be great. I guess its probably for European connecting flights with Emirates? Anyway, for a budget airline, the business class product in FlyDubai is quite decent. You even get Champagne, although 4AM is an off time to have it. The Throne seat for me while is great for privacy, sleeping isn't great for the foot extension. This flight is great for me due to its direct nature but if Emirates did it, I would choose that.

The quality is worse and worse , this business ticket pricing is overpriced !!!!

The Plane was very small.. domestic route will perfect not international

If I have a choice I would not use this airline. They moved by booking to Smart Wings, an airline they code share with. Changing terminals in buses and dealing with some of the staff associated with it is not the best experience. Having stated that I must share that the crew of Smart Wings airlines was polite.

The only highlight on this flight was the taste of the food, which was surprisingly good. Everything else was below average, and the cabin crew service especially stood out for being slow and inattentive. We were surrounded by toddlers/babies and it made our 4 hour flight feel like 10 hours. Granted, that's not the airline's fault, but it added to the overall subpar experience.

Boarding was almost an hour late but there was no communication. Cabin crew did nothing to ensure people kept masks on and even with seat belt sign on people were wondering around the plane.

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