Colombo to Dubai Flights
Flights from Colombo (CMB) to Dubai (DXB) connect LK and United Arab Emirates. The great-circle distance is approximately 3,303 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 5 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include CMB and DXB, DWC. The reverse route is Dubai to Colombo. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Colombo, LK
- Destination
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Distance
- 3,303 km
- Typical duration
- about 5 hours
- Origin codes
- CMB
- Destination codes
- DXB, DWC
- Primary keyword
- flights from Colombo to Dubai
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Route overview
Colombo to Dubai is a city-pair air route between LK and United Arab Emirates. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are CMB and DXB. Related codes: CMB → DXB, DWC.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 3,303 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 5 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Colombo airports and metro codes: CMB.
Dubai airports and metro codes: DXB, DWC.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Dubai to Colombo, other destinations from Colombo, and other origins into Dubai.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Colombo to Dubai?
Direct flights from Colombo to Dubai typically take about 5 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Colombo to Dubai?
The great-circle distance between Colombo and Dubai is approximately 3,303 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Colombo to Dubai?
Colombo is commonly searched with code CMB (related: CMB). Dubai is commonly searched with code DXB (related: DXB, DWC).
Are there direct flights from Colombo to Dubai?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Dubai to Colombo?
The reverse city pair is Dubai to Colombo. Distance is the same great-circle measure (3,303 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Colombo to Dubai route connect?
This route connects LK (Colombo) with United Arab Emirates (Dubai).