Question 1

How long is the flight from Colombo to Dubai?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight from Colombo to Dubai typically takes around 5 hours 10 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, you should allow more time. Typical one-stop journeys take around 12 hours 40 minutes. For the quickest journey, a direct flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there direct flights from Colombo to Dubai?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are direct flights from Colombo to Dubai, with an average of around 5 to 6 flights per day, operated by, among others, flydubai, Emirates and SriLankan Airlines. If you want to travel without a stopover, it is worth filtering specifically for direct flights when searching.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from Colombo to Dubai?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Colombo to Dubai are operated by, among others, flydubai, Emirates and SriLankan Airlines. These services take you to Dubai without any stops, making them particularly handy for short breaks or weekend trips. It is still worth comparing departure times and airline policies, as baggage rules and additional charges can vary.

Question 4

On which days are there direct flights from Colombo to Dubai?

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Direct flights from Colombo to Dubai operate daily. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day has no direct service, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.

Question 5

How many flights are there per day from Colombo to Dubai?

Accepted Answer

From Colombo to Dubai there are on average around 5 to 6 flights per day. This usually means you have a good choice of departure times. Particularly if you are flexible, you can easily compare times, prices and airlines.

Question 6

How many flights per week are there from Colombo to Dubai?

Accepted Answer

From Colombo to Dubai there are around 36 to 37 flights per week. This means you usually have suitable connections to choose from on several days and at various times. As well as price, it is worth comparing flight duration, airline and any potential additional charges.

Question 7

When does the first flight from Colombo to Dubai depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest direct flight from Colombo to Dubai usually departs at 01:45. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are particularly useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in Dubai.

Question 8

When does the last flight from Colombo to Dubai depart?

Accepted Answer

The last direct flight from Colombo to Dubai usually departs at 23:00. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a direct flight, as a connecting service could push the arrival time significantly later.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
Colombo Dubai	Outbound 06/10/26 1 Stopover (BOM) AI2275, AI0983 07h 25min	Return 23/10/26 1 Stopover (KWI) KU0672, KU0363 11h 20min	Air India		£292
Best option Colombo Dubai	Outbound 15/10/26 direct EK0655 04h 20min	Return 11/11/26 direct EK0648 04h 15min	Emirates Airline	?	£297
Colombo Dubai	Outbound 01/12/26 direct EK0653 07h 20min	Return 08/12/26 direct EK0652 07h 15min	Emirates Airline		£293
Colombo Dubai	Outbound 27/07/26 direct UL0225 04h 40min	Return 22/08/26 direct UL0226 04h 30min	SriLankan Airlines		£296 found 3 days ago
Colombo Dubai	Outbound 15/10/26 1 Stopover (DEL) AI0282, AI4307 24h 30min	Return 11/11/26 1 Stopover (DEL) AI0996, AI0281 16h 40min	Air India	?	£304
Colombo Dubai	Outbound 27/07/26 direct UL0225 04h 40min	Return 22/08/26 direct UL0226 04h 30min	SriLankan Airlines		£301 found 3 days ago
Colombo Dubai	Outbound 01/12/26 1 Stopover (BOM) AI2275, AI0919 27h 25min	Return 08/12/26 1 Stopover (DEL) AI0930, AI0277 19h 55min	Air India		£312
Colombo Dubai	Outbound 27/07/26 direct UL0225 04h 40min	Return 22/08/26 direct UL0226 04h 30min	SriLankan Airlines	?	£313 found 3 days ago
Colombo Dubai	Outbound 15/10/26 1 Stopover (KWI) KU0362, KU0673 09h 45min	Return 11/11/26 1 Stopover (KWI) KU0676, KU0361 07h 55min	Kuwait Airways		£329
Colombo Dubai	Outbound 01/12/26 direct EK2148 05h 05min	Return 08/12/26 direct EK0652 07h 15min	Emirates Airline		£339

Outbound and return from	291,10 £
Flight duration	min. 04:30 / max. 05:50
Return flight duration	min. 04:15/ max. 05:45
Distance	3292 km
Flights per week	60
Departure airport	Airport Colombo (CMB)
Departure country	Flights from Sri Lanka
Arrival airport	Airport Dubai (DXB)
Destination country	Flights to United Arab Emirates
Departure country - Arrival airport	Sri Lanka - Dubai
Departure airport - Destination country	Colombo - United Arab Emirates

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