Cheap Flights from Abu Dhabi to Colombo from AU$ 158

Flight FAQs

• Which airlines offer the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Colombo (CMB)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Etihad Airways offers one-way fares as low as AU$ 158 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. AUH to CMB on Mon, May 18), while Etihad Airways offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from AU$ 354 departing on Mon, Jun 1 and returning on Mon, Jun 8.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Colombo?

  At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from Abu Dhabi to Colombo with the following airlines, including: Etihad Airways Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long is the flights from Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Colombo (CMB)?

  It takes about 4 hours 36 minutes to fly from Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Colombo (CMB).

• When is the best time to book flights from Abu Dhabi to Colombo?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Colombo is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Abu Dhabi to Colombo?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 24 flight per week flying from Abu Dhabi to Colombo. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Etihad Airways: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- EY396 (15:20)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Abu Dhabi to Colombo?

  To find best deals on flights from Abu Dhabi to Colombo, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Mon, May 18, with one-way flights priced at just AU$ 158.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Etihad Airways.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Colombo travel is around July.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When is the best time to book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Colombo to get the best price?

  The cheapest months to fly from Abu Dhabi to Colombo is October, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is the cheapest for flights from Abu Dhabi to Colombo?

  After crunching the numbers on our April flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Abu Dhabi to Colombo on April 21, 2026 with Etihad Airways, with prices starting at AU$ 154.

• Which airports can I fly through when travelling to Colombo from Abu Dhabi?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Colombo, with Zayed International Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (AUH-CMB) is by far the most common option on this route: Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).

• What is the time difference between Abu Dhabi and Colombo?

  The time difference between Colombo and Abu Dhabi is 1h.

• How can I change or cancel my flight ticket from Abu Dhabi to Colombo?

  Tickets can only be changed or cancelled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.