What is the most punctual flight time for Colombo to Dubai flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Colombo to Dubai flights?

According to our data, FitsAir have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 10% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How often are flights from Colombo to Dubai delayed?

Historically, on average around 13% of flights between Colombo and Dubai have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 112 minutes.

Which airlines fly to Dubai?

Emirates, Etihad Airways and FitsAir are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Dubai from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport according to our data. Emirates is the first choice among our users, with 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Dubai. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Dubai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Dubai Intl?

flydubai and Gulf Air are the most popular carriers operating from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Dubai Intl

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai Intl Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai Intl Airport?

As of December 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai Intl Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai Intl Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Dubai Intl Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Dubai Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Dubai Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Q: How many flights depart from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai on average per day?

22 flights are operational daily from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai as of December 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 09:00, with 41% of flights per day taking off at midday.

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6 May

CMB18:55Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

4h 50m

DXB22:15Dubai Intl

13 May

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4h 40m

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30 Jan

CMB13:20Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

4h 55m

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4 Feb

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4h 35m

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25 Dec

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31 Dec

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26 Dec

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24 Dec

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Dubai?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Dubai from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, with most prices found around £264. If you are unable to visit Dubai during the month of May, then departing from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport during the month November is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £266.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Dubai?

The cheapest day to depart from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as £626. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Wednesday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Dubai on Wednesday is £700.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Dubai?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Dubai is at midday when flights can be purchased for as low as £258. Flights in the evening are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £681.

What is the cheapest Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Dubai Intl flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Dubai?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Dubai from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Dubai for around £293 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Dubai from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for as low as £251 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Dubai Intl flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Dubai Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai.

How have Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai flights are approximately 19% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best price found	£185
Fastest flight time	4h 35m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Dubai	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Dubai from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in the past 72 hours is £185. The best return flight deal from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £367.

The fastest flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai takes 4h 35m

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How far is Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Dubai Intl by plane?
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl and Dubai Intl are 2044.2 mi apart from one another. 4h 35m is a normal flight duration for this route.
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As of December 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Dubai Intl Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Dubai Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Dubai Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai is Airbus A320-100/200, representing 27.86% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) at 17.48%, Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 15.29%, and Boeing 777-300ER at 9.14%.
What is the most popular airline from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and Dubai, the leading airline is Emirates, making up 50% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include FitsAir with 19%, flydubai with 14%, and SriLankan Airlines with 12%.

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Etihad Airways	PriceFrom £79	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,332 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
FitsAir	PriceFrom £207	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search FitsAir flights
flydubai	PriceFrom £222	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 145 reviews	Search flydubai flights
SriLankan Airlines	PriceFrom £262	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.9 76 reviews	Search SriLankan Airlines flights
Emirates	PriceFrom £271	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,441 reviews	Search Emirates flights

Emirates Flights From Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai
Emirates operates around 53 flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been £306, but momondo users have found Emirates deals from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai from as low as £271 round-trip. Emirates has been scored 8.1/10 in 3,441 reviews.
SriLankan Airlines Flights From Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai
£262 is the best SriLankan Airlines flight deal from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai found on momondo over the last 72 hours. The average SriLankan Airlines ticket price found was closer to £304, however, with flight time and availability significantly affecting the price. SriLankan Airlines (6.9/10 from 76 user reviews) flies into Dubai from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport 5 times in an average week so prices can vary.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Dubai?

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What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Dubai?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Dubai is at midday when flights can be purchased for as low as £258. Flights in the evening are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £681.

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There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Dubai Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai.

How have Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai flights are approximately 19% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Dubai Intl?

flydubai and Gulf Air are the most popular carriers operating from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Dubai Intl

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How often are flights from Colombo to Dubai delayed?

Historically, on average around 13% of flights between Colombo and Dubai have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 112 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Colombo to Dubai flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Colombo to Dubai flights?

According to our data, FitsAir have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 10% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai on average per day?

22 flights are operational daily from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai as of December 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 09:00, with 41% of flights per day taking off at midday.

How many flights depart from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Dubai on average per week?

The number of flights available between Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and Dubai is 157 per week as of December 2025. The most frequent departure day is Tue, with 19% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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