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Cheap flights from Colombo to Abu Dhabi

2,051 mi · 45m average nonstop

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Quick answer: Colombo to Abu Dhabi at a glance

2,051 mi
Distance
45m
Nonstop time
1 hour behind
Time-zone shift
~185 kg
CO₂ per passenger

Cheap flights from Colombo (CMB) to Abu Dhabi (AUH) cover 2,051 miles (3,300 km) in about 45m nonstop, with 5 airlines flying direct — a long-haul international route. Search Kayak for today's cheapest live fare. Route difficulty 5/10.

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Flying from Colombo to Abu Dhabi covers 2,051 miles (3,300 km) in approximately 0 hour 45 minutes. 5 airlines fly this route directly, making it the 2nd most competitive of 41 routes from Colombo. This is a long-haul international route requiring advance planning for connections and layovers.

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CMB (0 mi)AUH (2,051 mi)45m avg

Nonstop distance 2,051 miles. Direct carriers include AA, AZ, EY, MJ and UL.

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Airlines on this route

5 airlines fly Colombo → Abu Dhabi. All are direct routes.

AirlineRoute type
AADirect
AZDirect
EYDirect
MJDirect
ULDirect
Baggage on Colombo → Abu Dhabi: on this route, AA typically includes a carry-on, while AZ and EY may charge extra for carry-on and seat selection. Check each carrier's baggage policy before booking — fees vary.
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Colombo to Abu Dhabi — quick answers

How far is Colombo from Abu Dhabi by plane?

The nonstop flight distance from Colombo (CMB) to Abu Dhabi (AUH) is 2,051 miles (3,300 km), calculated as a great-circle line from published OpenFlights airport coordinates. Actual flown distance is slightly longer due to airways and winds.

How long is the flight from Colombo to Abu Dhabi?

The average nonstop flight time from CMB to AUH is 45 minutes. Gate-to-gate time is usually 20–35 minutes longer; connecting itineraries add 1–4 hours depending on the layover.

Which airlines fly from Colombo to Abu Dhabi?

5 airlines serve this route nonstop: AA, AZ, EY, MJ, UL. Schedules and amenities differ by carrier — compare live frequencies and fare classes on Kayak before you book.

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Route insights: Colombo → Abu Dhabi

Route type
long-haul international
Time zone difference
1 hour behind
Carbon footprint
~185 kg CO₂ per passenger (economy)
Route difficulty
5/10 — standard route
When to go
It's shoulder season in Abu Dhabi — often the best balance of weather and price.
Airport transfer
Most travelers reach the city center by taxi, airport shuttle, or public transit. Allow 30-60 minutes depending on traffic.
Route competitiveness
5 airlines fly direct — rank 2 of 41 routes from Colombo
Airline network
UL: 36 destinations from CMB; MJ: 25 destinations from CMB; AZ: 2 destinations from CMB
Alternative origin airports
RMR (Ratmalana, 25 mi); ADZ (Anuradhapura, 85 mi); GIR (Jaffna, 181 mi)
Alternative destination airports
DWC (Dubai, 45 mi); DXB (Dubai, 72 mi); SHJ (Sharjah, 82 mi)
Nearby destinations
Dubai, United Arab Emirates (45 mi); Dubai, United Arab Emirates (72 mi); Sharjah, United Arab Emirates (82 mi)
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Data: OpenFlights public aviation database·Updated: 2026-08-19
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