Question 1

How long is the flight from Dubai to Colombo?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight from Dubai to Colombo typically takes around 4 hours. If you choose a connecting flight, you should allow more time. Typical one-stop journeys take around 13 hours 20 minutes. For the quickest journey, a direct flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there direct flights from Dubai to Colombo?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are direct flights from Dubai to Colombo, with an average of around 4 to 5 flights per day, operated by, among others, Emirates, SriLankan Airlines and flydubai. If you want to travel without a stopover, it is worth filtering specifically for direct flights when searching.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from Dubai to Colombo?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Dubai to Colombo are operated by, among others, Emirates, SriLankan Airlines and flydubai. There are also connecting flights with one stop, for example with Air India (via Mumbai), Qatar Airways (via Doha) and Gulf Air (via Bahrain). If a short travel time matters to you, a direct flight is usually the most convenient option. Connecting flights often give you more choice of departure times and airlines.

Question 4

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

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Direct flights from Dubai to Colombo 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 Dubai to Colombo?

Accepted Answer

On the route from Dubai to Colombo there are on average around 4 to 5 flights per day. The number of services can vary by day of the week and season. If you are flexible with your dates, it is worth comparing several departure days.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

From Dubai to Colombo there are around 28 to 29 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 Dubai to Colombo depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest direct flight from Dubai to Colombo usually departs at 02:15. 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 Colombo.

Question 8

When does the last flight from Dubai to Colombo depart?

Accepted Answer

The last direct flight from Dubai to Colombo usually departs at 23:10. 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
Dubai Colombo	Outbound 03/08/26 1 Stopover (KWI) KU0674, KU6001 09h 50min	Return 20/08/26 1 Stopover (KWI) KU0362, KU0675 12h 45min	Kuwait Airways		£345
Best option Dubai Colombo	Outbound 03/08/26 direct 8D0822 04h 30min	Return 20/08/26 direct 8D0821 04h 50min	FitsAir	?	£400
Dubai Colombo	Outbound 03/08/26 1 Stopover (KWI) KU0674, KU6001 09h 50min	Return 20/08/26 1 Stopover (KWI) KU0362, KU0673 09h 45min	Kuwait Airways		£350
Dubai Colombo	Outbound 03/08/26 1 Stopover (KWI) KU0674, KU6001 09h 50min	Return 20/08/26 1 Stopover (KWI) KU0362, KU0675 12h 45min	Kuwait Airways		£374
Dubai Colombo	Outbound 03/08/26 1 Stopover (KWI) KU0674, KU6001 09h 50min	Return 20/08/26 1 Stopover (KWI) KU0362, KU0675 12h 45min	Kuwait Airways		£375
Dubai Colombo	Outbound 03/08/26 1 Stopover (KWI) KU0674, KU6001 09h 50min	Return 20/08/26 1 Stopover (KWI) KU0362, KU0673 09h 45min	Kuwait Airways	?	£390
Dubai Colombo	Outbound 03/08/26 1 Stopover (KWI) KU0674, KU6001 09h 50min	Return 20/08/26 1 Stopover (KWI) KU0362, KU0673 09h 45min	Kuwait Airways		£414
Dubai Colombo	Outbound 06/07/26 direct 8D0822 04h 30min	Return 03/08/26 direct 8D0821 04h 50min	FitsAir		£413
Dubai Colombo	Outbound 06/07/26 direct 8D0822 04h 30min	Return 03/08/26 direct 8D0821 04h 50min	FitsAir	?	£433
Dubai Colombo	Outbound 06/07/26 direct 8D0822 04h 30min	Return 03/08/26 direct 8D0821 04h 50min	FitsAir	?	£443

Outbound and return from	344,70 £
Flight duration	min. 04:15 / max. 05:45
Return flight duration	min. 04:30/ max. 05:50
Distance	3292 km
Flights per week	60
Departure airport	Airport Dubai (DXB)
Departure country	Flights from United Arab Emirates
Arrival airport	Airport Colombo (CMB)
Destination country	Flights to Sri Lanka
Departure country - Arrival airport	United Arab Emirates - Colombo
Departure airport - Destination country	Dubai - Sri Lanka

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