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Flight deals from Colombo Bandaranayake to Dubai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Dubai Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 6,279. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake to Dubai

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

Direct flights from Colombo Bandaranayake to Dubai

Colombo Bandaranayake to Dubai: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Colombo Bandaranayake to Dubai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Dubai.

Colombo to Dubai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,941
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time4 hrs, 41 mins
Most popular airlineEmirates
Average flights per week175

Finding cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranayake to Dubai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Colombo Bandaranayake to Dubai is R 5,792. 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 41 minutes is the average flight time from Colombo Bandaranayake to Dubai.
Emirates, Air Mauritius and flydubai fly direct from Colombo Bandaranayake to Dubai.
As of June 2026, there are 175 flights per week flying from Colombo Bandaranayake to Dubai.
The cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake to Dubai is usually June.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Dubai Airport on Monday, 29 June 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 41 minutes.
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We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Dubai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Gulf Air and flydubai offer the cheapest flight tickets to Dubai.

Travelling from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Dubai Airport is 4 hours 40 minutes.

  • Dubai is one hour 30 minutes behind Colombo and follows the UTC+4 timezone.

  • Flights from CMB to DXB start from 01:35 — the earliest with flydubai. The last departure is at 23:00 with flydubai. Overall, you can take your pick of 60 weekly Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Dubai Airport flights.

  • To ensure you get on your CMB to DXB flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Flying during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • You can travel nonstop to Dubai, the United Arab Emirates. Take off with one of these carriers that offer direct flights from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Dubai Airport:

  • Most passengers choose to travel with Emirates on this route.

  • With 77.41% of its services arriving as planned, Emirates is the most punctual carrier operating CMB to DXB flights.

  • If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Dubai Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CMB and DXB:

    • Chennai Airport

    • Muscat Airport

    • Kochi Airport

Handy information about Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB)

  • 69% of flights that take off from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport touch down at their destination on time.

  • Central Colombo to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.

  • Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.

  • Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near CMB. Whether you're taking an early flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Dubai Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • If you're coming in on a late Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Dubai Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near DXB:

  • Pick up a Dubai Airport rental car and explore Dubai and beyond with your own wheels. AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car and Quicklease Car Rental are popular providers you can book with here.

  • To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Dubai Airport around three weeks before travelling.

Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai

  • Dubai Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from central Dubai. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.

  • It takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • December is the busiest month for flights from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Dubai Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Dubai in March.

  • The warmest month in Dubai is July, with the temperature ranging between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Book your flights from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Dubai Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from CMB to DXB in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.

Explore more of the United Arab Emirates

  • You've seen Dubai, now it's time to explore other parts of the United Arab Emirates. Journey around 23 kilometres north-east to Sharjah to check off its top sights. From Rain Room to Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • If you're eager to discover another corner of the United Arab Emirates, consider Abu Dhabi, roughly 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace are key highlights.

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