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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Dublin Airport to Colombo? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,426. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Colombo.$1,105 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec, returning Tue, 15 Dec.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Dublin on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 15 Dec, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,105, select.

Colombo.$1,105 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Mar, returning Sat, 20 Mar.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Dublin on Fri, 12 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 20 Mar, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,105, select.

Colombo.$1,105 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Nov, returning Sat, 28 Nov.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Dublin on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 28 Nov, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,105, select.

Colombo.$1,105 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Dec, returning Thu, 14 Jan.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Dublin on Wed, 30 Dec, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,105, select.

Colombo.$1,105 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct, returning Tue, 22 Dec.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Dublin on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 22 Dec, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,105, select.

Colombo.$1,105 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Nov, returning Tue, 15 Dec.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Dublin on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 15 Dec, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,105, select.

Colombo.$1,106 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct, returning Tue, 3 Nov.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Dublin on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,106, select.

Colombo.$1,118 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Jan, returning Thu, 14 Jan.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Dublin on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,118, select.

Colombo.$1,216 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 Jan, returning Thu, 11 Feb.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Dublin on Fri, 15 Jan, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 11 Feb, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,216, select.

Colombo.$1,254 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Feb, returning Tue, 16 Feb.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Dublin on Fri, 5 Feb, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 16 Feb, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,254, select.

Colombo.$1,292 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Jun, returning Tue, 23 Jun.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Dublin on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 23 Jun, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,292, select.

Colombo.$1,324 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Oct, returning Sat, 31 Oct.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Dublin on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,324, select.

Colombo.$1,414 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 May, returning Tue, 2 Jun.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Dublin on Tue, 26 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,414, select.

Colombo.$1,426 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 May, returning Fri, 22 May.Return flight with Aer Lingus and Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Dublin on Fri, 15 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 22 May, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,426, select.

Colombo.$1,430 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Sep, returning Sat, 3 Oct.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Dublin on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,430, select.

Colombo.$1,434 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Feb, returning Wed, 3 Mar.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Dublin on Wed, 24 Feb, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 3 Mar, arriving in Dublin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,434, select.

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Dublin to Colombo: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$1,105
Cheapest month to fly	November

Finding cheap flights from Dublin to Colombo: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Colombo?

There are 5 airports in Colombo: Kelaniya, Colombo Ratmalana, Colombo Bandaranayake, Bentota River, and Katugastota.

How much are return flights from Dublin to Colombo?

The best price we found for a return flight from Dublin to Colombo is $1,105. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from Dublin to Colombo?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Dublin to Colombo. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,105.

How many flights are there a week from Dublin to Colombo?

As of April 2026, there are no flights flying from Dublin to Colombo.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Dublin to Colombo?

The cheapest month to fly from Dublin to Colombo is usually November.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Colombo?

If you're flying from Dublin Airport, the cheapest airport near Colombo is Colombo Bandaranayake – which is 27.5 km away from the centre of Colombo. We've found flights into this airport from $1,105.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Dublin Airport to Colombo on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Dublin Airport to Colombo on Monday, 9 November 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Dublin Airport to Colombo?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Dublin Airport and Colombo. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I get the best flight deal from Dublin Airport to Colombo?

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 Colombo 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Colombo?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Colombo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Colombo?

In April, the average temperature is usually around 28°C. May is typically the warmest month in Colombo, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is November.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Dublin Airport to Colombo with?

Currently, British Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo.

Travelling from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Colombo: what you need to know

The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30. The city is five hours 30 minutes ahead of Dublin, where Dublin Airport is located.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your DUB to Colombo flight.
Travelling during a popular month like August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from DUB to Colombo with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
- Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
- Dubai Airport (DXB)
DUB is around 8 kilometres from central Dublin. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 2 hours 10 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near DUB. Whether you're catching an early flight from Dublin Airport to Colombo or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to Dublin Airport's on-time performance, data shows 72.87% of flights complete their journey on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Colombo

$732 is currently the best price for a one-way Dublin Airport to Colombo flight. A return plane ticket starts from $1,105. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from DUB to Colombo. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a Dublin Airport to Colombo ticket.
There's no need to keep checking in to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you when there's an updated deal for cheap flights from DUB to Colombo.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Dublin Airport to Colombo by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) is around 16 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive will take roughly 40 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Book a hotel near RML if you have a late flight from Dublin Airport to Colombo. Choose one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Colombo. Once you've disembarked your flight from Dublin Airport to Colombo, it'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to CMB. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your DUB to Colombo flight:
Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt make collecting a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car simple. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Get exactly what you want. Reserving your ride from CMB two weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a greater selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Colombo

Carefully consider your trip dates before booking your flight from Dublin Airport to Colombo. The city buzzes during peak season, but rates are often higher and attractions can be busy. Plan your trip to Colombo in the off-season if you like a quieter vibe.
Before locking in your Dublin Airport to Colombo plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DUB to Colombo in January when temperatures average between 22ºC and 32ºC.

More about Colombo

When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Colombo right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Dublin Airport to Colombo:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are leading attractions which should feature on any good Colombo itinerary.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

You've done Colombo, now it's time to discover more of Sri Lanka. Travel around 306 kilometres north to Jaffna to check off its top sights. From Jaffna Fort to Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Sri Lanka, consider Trincomalee, about 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo. Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach are key highlights.