What is the cheapest airline that flies from Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

Etihad Airways is the most popular carrier operating from Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

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

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

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

Tuesday 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 Riyadh to Colombo flights?

According to our data, SriLankan Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 47% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How often are flights from Riyadh to Colombo delayed?

Historically, on average around 47% of flights between Riyadh and Colombo have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 107 minutes.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are updated daily.

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The number of operators available for flights from Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 2 as of May 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Colombo Bandaranaike 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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Riyadh and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from £487 to £334. The lowest price recently found on this route was £240.

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RUH

CMB

10h 55m

1 stop

09:40 - 17:10

CMB

RUH

10h 00m

1 stop

£240Kuwait Airways

Fri, 2 Oct - Mon, 5 Oct

12:30 - 01:55

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CMB

10h 55m

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09:40 - 17:10

CMB

RUH

10h 00m

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£240Kuwait Airways

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12:30 - 01:55

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CMB

10h 55m

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09:40 - 17:10

CMB

RUH

10h 00m

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£241Kuwait Airways

Fri, 2 Oct - Mon, 5 Oct

10:10 - 03:00

RUH

CMB

14h 20m

1 stop

05:00 - 16:25

CMB

RUH

13h 55m

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£303Multiple Airlines

Tue, 2 Jun - Sun, 7 Jun

10:10 - 20:35

RUH

CMB

7h 55m

1 stop

16:00 - 06:15

CMB

RUH

16h 45m

1 stop

£306Multiple Airlines

Sat, 20 Jun - Tue, 30 Jun

09:10 - 02:15

RUH

CMB

14h 35m

1 stop

16:00 - 06:15

CMB

RUH

16h 45m

1 stop

£326Multiple Airlines

Wed, 27 May - Thu, 4 Jun

21:15 - 08:10

RUH

CMB

8h 25m

1 stop

11:15 - 20:15

CMB

RUH

35h 30m

2 stops

£337flydubai

Tue, 26 May - Thu, 2 Jul

15:00 - 03:50

RUH

CMB

10h 20m

1 stop

17:20 - 04:00

CMB

RUH

13h 10m

2 stops

£340Multiple Airlines

Tue, 2 Jun - Sun, 7 Jun

09:50 - 08:10

RUH

CMB

19h 50m

1 stop

11:15 - 20:15

CMB

RUH

35h 30m

2 stops

£342flydubai

Tue, 23 Jun - Tue, 30 Jun

18:00 - 09:40

RUH

CMB

13h 10m

2 stops

17:20 - 04:00

CMB

RUH

13h 10m

2 stops

£345Gulf Air

Tue, 2 Jun - Sun, 7 Jun

Kuwait Airways flights from Riyadh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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Kuwait Airways

2 Oct

RUH12:30Riyadh King Khaled Intl

10h 55m

1 stop

CMB01:55Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

5 Oct

CMB09:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

10h 00m

1 stop

RUH17:10Riyadh King Khaled Intl

£240

Kuwait Airways

2 Oct

RUH12:30Riyadh King Khaled Intl

10h 55m

1 stop

CMB01:55Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

5 Oct

CMB09:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

10h 00m

1 stop

RUH17:10Riyadh King Khaled Intl

£240

Kuwait Airways

2 Oct

RUH12:30Riyadh King Khaled Intl

10h 55m

1 stop

CMB01:55Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

5 Oct

CMB09:40Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

10h 00m

1 stop

RUH17:10Riyadh King Khaled Intl

£241

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Emirates

22 Jun

RUH04:05Riyadh King Khaled Intl

11h 55m

2 stops

CMB18:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

15 Jul

CMB11:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

17h 40m

2 stops

RUH02:25Riyadh King Khaled Intl

£378

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20 Jun

RUH20:25Riyadh King Khaled Intl

19h 35m

2 stops

CMB18:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

30 Jun

CMB20:35Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

18h 10m

2 stops

RUH12:15Riyadh King Khaled Intl

£378

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15 Jun

RUH02:20Riyadh King Khaled Intl

13h 40m

2 stops

CMB18:30Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

16 Jul

CMB11:15Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

17h 40m

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RUH02:25Riyadh King Khaled Intl

£379

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Fri 2/10

12:30-01:55

1 stop10h 55m

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09:40-17:10

1 stop10h 00m

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Riyadh King Khaled Intl

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12:30-01:55

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09:40-17:10

1 stop10h 00m

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Riyadh King Khaled Intl

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12:30-01:55

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09:40-17:10

1 stop10h 00m

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RUH - CMB

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Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 2/6

10:10-03:00

1 stop14h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 7/6

05:00-16:25

1 stop13h 55m

£303

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RUH - CMB

RUHCMB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 20/6

10:10-20:35

1 stop7h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 30/6

16:00-06:15

1 stop16h 45m

£306

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RUH - CMB

RUHCMB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 27/5

09:10-02:15

1 stop14h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 4/6

16:00-06:15

1 stop16h 45m

£326

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RUH - CMB

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Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 26/5

21:15-08:10

1 stop8h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 2/7

11:15-20:15

2 stops35h 30m

£337

RiyadhColombo

RUH - CMB

RUHCMB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 2/6

15:00-03:50

1 stop10h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 7/6

17:20-04:00

2 stops13h 10m

£340

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RUH - CMB

RUHCMB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 23/6

09:50-08:10

1 stop19h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 30/6

11:15-20:15

2 stops35h 30m

£342

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RUH - CMB

RUHCMB

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 2/6

18:00-09:40

2 stops13h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 7/6

17:20-04:00

2 stops13h 10m

£345

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Riyadh and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

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

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £276. If you aren’t able to travel to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport during the month of November, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of £289.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

The cheapest day to depart from Riyadh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as £272. Flights from Riyadh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around £537. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Riyadh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Riyadh when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for around £373 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Riyadh for as low as £294 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 43% on your flight if you consider stops on a Riyadh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight.

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

As of May 2026, prices for Riyadh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights are approximately 26% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The fastest flight from Riyadh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport takes 5h 25m

Direct flights go from Riyadh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Airline offering direct flights is SriLankan Airlines..

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How far is Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl by plane?
The distance between Riyadh King Khaled Intl and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl is about 2500.2 mi. Flights usually cover this in 5h 25m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 2 as of May 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Colombo Bandaranaike 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 Colombo Bandaranaike 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 Riyadh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Riyadh and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, the leading plane model is Airbus A330-300, making up 38.30% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A330-200 with 22.34%, Airbus A320-100/200 with 9.57%, and Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 with 5.32%.
What is the most popular airline from Riyadh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Riyadh to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is SriLankan Airlines, representing 60% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airline is Etihad Airways at 40%.

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Etihad Airways	PriceFrom £132	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,437 reviews		Search Etihad Airways flights
SriLankan Airlines	PriceFrom £141	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 83 reviews		Search SriLankan Airlines flights

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