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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Colombo to Zayed International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Abu Dhabi.$176 per passenger.Departing Mon, Oct 6, returning Wed, Oct 15.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, Oct 6, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departing from Zayed International on Wed, Oct 15, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $176, select.
Abu Dhabi.$190 per passenger.Departing Thu, Nov 6, returning Fri, Nov 21.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, Nov 6, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departing from Zayed International on Fri, Nov 21, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $190, select.
Abu Dhabi.$190 per passenger.Departing Wed, Oct 22, returning Thu, Nov 6.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, Oct 22, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departing from Zayed International on Thu, Nov 6, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $190, select.
Abu Dhabi.$204 per passenger.Departing Thu, Nov 6, returning Thu, Dec 4.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, Nov 6, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departing from Zayed International on Thu, Dec 4, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $204, select.
Abu Dhabi.$204 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 30, returning Tue, Oct 7.Round-trip flight with Air Arabia Abu Dhabi.Outbound direct flight with Air Arabia Abu Dhabi departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, Sep 30, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound direct flight with Air Arabia Abu Dhabi departing from Zayed International on Tue, Oct 7, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $204, select.
Abu Dhabi.$220 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 30, returning Wed, Nov 5.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, Sep 30, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departing from Zayed International on Wed, Nov 5, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $220, select.
Abu Dhabi.$245 per passenger.Departing Sat, Dec 13, returning Wed, Feb 11.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, Dec 13, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departing from Zayed International on Wed, Feb 11, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $245, select.
Abu Dhabi.$248 per passenger.Departing Thu, Dec 4, returning Sun, Dec 7.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departing from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, Dec 4, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departing from Zayed International on Sun, Dec 7, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $248, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Zayed International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Colombo to Zayed International flights are currently cheapest in October.
Sep
from $368
Oct
from $176
Nov
from $190
Dec
from $248
Jan
from $256
Feb
from $269
Mar
from $426
Apr
from $302
May
from $856
Jun
from $406
Jul
from $861
Aug
from $411

Direct flights from Colombo to Zayed International

Colombo to Zayed International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Colombo to Abu Dhabi below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Zayed International.

Colombo to Abu Dhabi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$176
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time4 hrs, 37 mins
Most popular airlineEtihad Airways
Average flights per week61

Finding cheap flights from Colombo to Zayed International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Colombo to Zayed International is $176. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 37 minutes is the average flight time from Colombo to Zayed International.
Etihad Airways, Ethiopian Airlines and Scandinavian Airlines fly direct from Colombo to Zayed International.
There are 61 flights per week flying from Colombo to Zayed International, as of September 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Zayed International is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Colombo to Zayed International Airport on Monday, October 6, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 37 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Zayed International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Abu Dhabi is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Zayed International is Etihad Airways.

Flying from Colombo to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): What you need to know

  • Planning your vacation starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Colombo. Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Colombo to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) taking off from here.

  • The timezone in Abu Dhabi is UTC+4, which is one hour 30 minutes behind Colombo. Abu Dhabi International Airport is located in Abu Dhabi.

  • To ensure you catch your flight from Colombo to AUH, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • With more travelers during peak seasons, it's smart to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues.

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

  • Located around 16 kilometers from the center of Colombo, RML can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Colombo to Abu Dhabi International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Colombo Ratmalana Airport:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • You can book a direct Colombo to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) plane ticket out of Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Work out whether departing from CMB makes the most sense for you.

  • You can pick from a range of airlines that offer direct flights from Colombo to AUH departing from CMB. Jet off with any of these carriers and skip the layovers:

  • Etihad Airways is the go-to airline for bookings on the CMB to AUH route.

  • Want a carrier that consistently lands on time? Choose SriLankan Airlines. 92.02% of its flights between Bandaranaike International Airport and Abu Dhabi International Airport arrive as scheduled.

  • Break up your flight from Colombo to Abu Dhabi International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between Bandaranaike International Airport and AUH are:

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

    • Chennai Airport (MAA)

    • Velana International Airport (MLE)

  • You can reach CMB from the center of Colombo in approximately 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 32 kilometers or so.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Colombo to AUH flight? Unwind in a hotel near Bandaranaike International Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:

  • 75.71% of all departures from Bandaranaike International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.

About Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)

Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi

  • Central Abu Dhabi is about 27 kilometers from Abu Dhabi International Airport. Travel times by car rental or cab will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.

  • It'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)

  • $95 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Return flights start from $176. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.

  • Book seven months before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Colombo to AUH.

  • December is when you're most likely to find a good deal on a Colombo to Abu Dhabi International Airport ticket. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's a better deal on plane tickets from Colombo to AUH.

  • Uncover a great deal on a flight from Colombo to Abu Dhabi International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

The best time to fly from Colombo to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)

  • Think about the kind of experience you want when picking your flight dates. April is the quietest month to go to Abu Dhabi. August is when most people book flights from Colombo to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.

  • The warmest month in Abu Dhabi is July, with temperatures ranging between 29ºC (84ºF) and 43ºC (109ºF). Book your Colombo to AUH plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from Colombo to Abu Dhabi International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).

More about Abu Dhabi

  • Start your Abu Dhabi trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Colombo to Abu Dhabi International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:

  • There are loads of awesome things to do in Abu Dhabi when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque followed by Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Emirates Palace, Dubai.

Explore more of the United Arab Emirates

  • You've visited Abu Dhabi, now it's time to explore more of the United Arab Emirates. Journey around 105 kilometers north-east to Dubai to check off its leading attractions. From Palace Hotel and Burj Khalifa to Burj Khalifa and At the top Burj Khalifa, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • If you're looking to explore another side of the United Arab Emirates, head for Sharjah, roughly 129 kilometers north-east of Abu Dhabi. Al Montazah Park, Al majaz waterfront and Al Majaz Water Fountain are key highlights.

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