Cheapest Direct Flight
Etihad Airways
15 Oct, Thu
Abu Dhabi – Colombo
4h 40m
Non-stop
AUH–CMB
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Quick Flight Summary from Abu Dhabi to Colombo
Key numbers to know before you book
- Lowest recent price 408 AED
- Direct flight duration 4 hour 40 min
- Direct airlines Etihad Airways
- Arrival airports CMB / RML
- Best days to book Friday, Tuesday
- Average over the last 30 days 484 AED
Cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to Colombo
Shortest Flight
Etihad Airways
25 Oct, Sun
Abu Dhabi – Colombo
4h 25m
Non-stop
AUH–CMB
Etihad Airways
27 Oct, Tue
Abu Dhabi – Colombo
4h 25m
Non-stop
AUH–CMB
Etihad Airways
7 Nov, Sat
Abu Dhabi – Colombo
4h 25m
Non-stop
AUH–CMB
Etihad Airways
23 Oct, Fri
Abu Dhabi – Colombo
4h 40m
Non-stop
AUH–CMB
Etihad Airways
20 Oct, Tue
Abu Dhabi – Colombo
4h 40m
Non-stop
AUH–CMB
Etihad Airways
5 Nov, Thu
Abu Dhabi – Colombo
4h 25m
Non-stop
AUH–CMB
Etihad Airways
6 Nov, Fri
Abu Dhabi – Colombo
4h 25m
Non-stop
AUH–CMB
Etihad Airways
24 Oct, Sat
Abu Dhabi – Colombo
4h 40m
Non-stop
AUH–CMB
Last update: 22 September 2026 00:11
Direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Colombo
Estimated Prices for Abu Dhabi to Colombo Flights
Cheapest Day15 October Thursday
Best Price
406 AED
Average Price
549 AED
738 AED
406 AED
Key Features of the Airlines
- Star Alliance Member
- Complimentary Meals
- 2x23kg Baggage
- Premium Abu Dhabi Carrier
- Generous Baggage
- Award-Winning Service
- Best LCC Middle East
- Flexible Rebooking
- Wide Domestic Network
- Budget Abu Dhabi Flights
- Modern A320 Fleet
- Digital-First Experience
- oneworld Member
- Jordan Flag Carrier
- Full Service
Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.
Transportation to Airport from Abu Dhabi City Center
Zayed International Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport is 30 kilometers in the east of the city center. The city center is easily reached by shuttle, city bus or taxi. You can also rent a car from the offices of car rental companies located in the city center and at the airport.
Airport Shuttle
You can make benefit of the 24-hour shuttle service to go to the airport. You can easily get to the airport from the city center with services arranged according to flight departure times.
City Bus
In the United Arab Emirates, especially in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, public transport is quite inadequate. However, you can still try buses A1. You can use this option to get to the airport from the city center.
Taxi
The most common means of transportation in Abu Dhabi are taxis. Because of the inadequate public transportation, the public prefer the taxi. Taxi prices are also reasonable because the country is rich in oil reserves. You can consider the taxi option to reach the airport.
Private Car
It is one of the easiest ways to get to the airport. Abu Dhabi has wide, high standard urban roads. Traffic density is experienced at certain hours in the city center. You can easily reach the airport by connecting to the E20 and E22 motorway from the city center with your private car.
Airport Information
Abu Dhabi Airport offers you many options. If you like, you can spend your time in cafés and restaurants such as Mc Donalds, O'Brien's, Panapolis, Illy Espressamante or you can enjoy duty free shopping. You can evaluate your time in spa and massage rooms until your flight is up, and you can make your business negotiations in the exclusive VIP lounges.
Transportation to Colombo City Center from Airport
Bandaranaike Intl. Airport
Sri Lanka's capital city, Colombo, located on the southern part of Asia, is known for its Colombo Harbor, which is frequented by many merchant ships. The rivers and canals in the city add a different beauty and naturalness to the city. Sri Lanka is starting to become a tourist center as a result of the renovated and newly opened buildings thanks to the urban transformation that started in the city.
Transportation in Colombo is provided by many different transportation means. The sympathetic three-wheeled vehicles, special to the city, known tuk-tuk serve at short distances. Other transport options include buses, trains and taxis as well as ferries linking India and the city. Bandaranayike Airport connects Colombo with all the cities in the world.
There are buses that travel at certain intervals during the day from Bandaranayike Airport to the city center. Taxis carry passengers to the city center on a busy pace all day.
Taxi
Taxis are very popular as transportation facilities at the airport are limited and buses, which do not work at night, have long intervals. You need to clearly tell the route you want to go to the driver of the taxi, which you can easily take at the airport exit.
Bus
There is an express route between the city of Colombo and the airport, which can only be used by buses. Thanks to this special road, bus number 187-E3 can reach the city center in half an hour. In order to take the buses in front of the terminal building you need to buy tickets in advance.
Colombo Weather
5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature
Monday
21 Sep
28°25°
Today
Tuesday
22 Sep
28°25°
Wednesday
23 Sep
28°25°
Thursday
24 Sep
27°25°
Friday
25 Sep
28°25°
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Frequently Asked Questions
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When you search for Abu Dhabi-Colombo flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Abu Dhabi-Colombo flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
Which airports can I use for Abu Dhabi-Colombo flights?
Which airports can I use for Abu Dhabi-Colombo flights?
For Abu Dhabi-Colombo flights, you can use Zayed International Airport, Abu Dhabi Bus Station, Sir Bani Yas Island Airport as departure airport, and Bandaranaike Intl. Airport, Ratmalana Airport for arrival.
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Abu Dhabi-Colombo and how long does the flight take?
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Abu Dhabi-Colombo and how long does the flight take?
The flight distance between Abu Dhabi-Colombo is 3342 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 4 hour 10 minutes.
Which day is the most convenient for Abu Dhabi-Colombo flights?
Which day is the most convenient for Abu Dhabi-Colombo flights?
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Abu Dhabi-Colombo flights is Wednesday.
Which airlines offer direct flights between Abu Dhabi-Colombo?
Which airlines offer direct flights between Abu Dhabi-Colombo?
Etihad Airways organizes direct flights between Abu Dhabi-Colombo.
Abu Dhabi-Colombo: which airline is better value on this route?
Abu Dhabi-Colombo: which airline is better value on this route?
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Etihad Airways starts from approximately 400 AED.
| Airline | Price | Standard inclusions |
|---|---|---|
 Etihad Airways | 400 AED | 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / No changes allowed / No Refund / Complimentary Refreshments |
 Air Arabia Abu Dhabi | 475 AED | 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage (55x40x20 cm) / Paid Change (up to 24 hours) / No Refund |
 Qatar Airways | 689 AED | 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 25 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / Complimentary Refreshments |
 Gulf Air | 730 AED | 1 piece X 6 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 25 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / Complimentary Refreshments |
 Air India | 544 AED | 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 30 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) |
Last update: 21.09.2026
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