Travelling from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Colombo: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Colombo is 4 hours 40 minutes.
Dubai Airport is located in Dubai. Following the UTC+5:30 timezone, Colombo is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Dubai.
With 59 flights a week between the two airports, Dubai Airport (DXB) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the busiest route. Flydubai operates the earliest flight at 01:55. If you prefer to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest departure from DXB to CMB is with FitsAir at 23:40.
To avoid rushing for your DXB to Colombo flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Heading off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Start your trip at DXB and travel straight to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Dubai Airport to Colombo tickets.
You'll have your choice of airlines that operate direct flights from Dubai Airport to Colombo. Book your journey with one of these:
We make it simple to book flight tickets from DXB to Colombo with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Cochin International Airport (COK)
The journey from central Dubai to DXB takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a hotel close to DXB? If you've booked an early flight from Dubai Airport to Colombo, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dubai Airport, 74.31% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Colombo
ر.ق. 402 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Dubai Airport to Colombo flight. A return flight ticket right now is ر.ق. 835. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
To score cheap flights from DXB to Colombo, reserve your journey one month ahead of your departure date.
May is the best month for nabbing an awesome deal on Dubai Airport to Colombo tickets. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Locking in a cheap flight from DXB to Colombo is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you as soon as a cheaper option becomes available.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Dubai Airport to Colombo by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
The distance from Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo is roughly 16 kilometres. It'll take you around 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour 15 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Dubai Airport to Colombo. Stay at one of these accommodation options near RML instead:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is about 32 kilometres from central Colombo. Following your flight from Dubai Airport to Colombo, it'll take you around 40 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The trip will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Following your DXB to Colombo flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near CMB. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and get going in the blink of an eye.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at CMB can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Colombo
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Dubai Airport to Colombo. The city buzzes in high season, but rates are usually higher and major attractions can get busy. Plan your trip to Colombo in low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
Book a Dubai Airport to Colombo flight ticket with a departure in March to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 24ºC to 33ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DXB to Colombo in January when temperatures average between 22ºC and 32ºC.
More about Colombo
Once you've booked your flight from Dubai Airport to Colombo, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Colombo:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are essential stops on your Colombo itinerary.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
Colombo has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Sri Lanka waiting to be explored. About 306 kilometres north of Colombo, a visit to Jaffna will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.
If you're eager to discover another side of Sri Lanka, head for Trincomalee, roughly 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo. Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach are highlights.
