$153 Cheap Flights from Dhaka (DAC) to Colombo (CMB)

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Cheap Flights from Dhaka to Colombo (DAC-CMB)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $153 for one-way flights and $289 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Air India
Wed, Aug 20 - Thu, Aug 21
DAC
Dhaka
CMB
Colombo
$289 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$289
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Air India flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Dhaka to Colombo, returning Thu, Aug 21, priced at $289 found 2 days ago
Air India
Sat, Aug 23 - Wed, Aug 27
DAC
Dhaka
CMB
Colombo
$297 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$297
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Air India flight, departing Sat, Aug 23 from Dhaka to Colombo, returning Wed, Aug 27, priced at $297 found 3 hours ago
Air India
Sat, Aug 23 - Wed, Aug 27
DAC
Dhaka
CMB
Colombo
$297 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$297
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Air India flight, departing Sat, Aug 23 from Dhaka to Colombo, returning Wed, Aug 27, priced at $297 found 3 hours ago
Air India
Fri, Nov 14 - Tue, Dec 2
DAC
Dhaka
CMB
Colombo
$298 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$298
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Air India flight, departing Fri, Nov 14 from Dhaka to Colombo, returning Tue, Dec 2, priced at $298 found 5 days ago
Air India
Sat, Aug 23 - Wed, Aug 27
DAC
Dhaka
CMB
Colombo
$307 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$307
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Air India flight, departing Sat, Aug 23 from Dhaka to Colombo, returning Wed, Aug 27, priced at $307 found 3 hours ago
Air India
Sat, Aug 23 - Wed, Aug 27
DAC
Dhaka
CMB
Colombo
$307 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$307
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Air India flight, departing Sat, Aug 23 from Dhaka to Colombo, returning Wed, Aug 27, priced at $307 found 3 hours ago
IndiGo
Thu, Sep 4 - Mon, Sep 8
DAC
Dhaka
CMB
Colombo
$329 Roundtrip, just found
$329
Roundtrip
just found
Select IndiGo flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from Dhaka to Colombo, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $329 just found
Singapore Airlines
Tue, Nov 4 - Sun, Nov 23
DAC
Dhaka
CMB
Colombo
$430 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$430
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 4 from Dhaka to Colombo, returning Sun, Nov 23, priced at $430 found 2 hours ago
Air Arabia
Mon, Dec 8 - Mon, Dec 22
DAC
Dhaka
CMB
Colombo
$474 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$474
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Air Arabia flight, departing Mon, Dec 8 from Dhaka to Colombo, returning Mon, Dec 22, priced at $474 found 1 day ago
SriLankan Airlines
Sun, Aug 17 - Mon, Aug 18
DAC
Dhaka
CMB
Colombo
$496 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$496
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select SriLankan Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 17 from Dhaka to Colombo, returning Mon, Aug 18, priced at $496 found 2 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Dhaka (DAC) to Colombo (CMB)

July is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $256 - $434 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near Colombo

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Bandaranaike Intl. CMB. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 28 minutes. Flights from $387
CMB
Bandaranaike Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center28 min
Flights from $387
Flights from Dhaka (DAC) to Colombo (CMB)
Origin airport
Shahjalal Intl.
Destination airport
Bandaranaike Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Arabia, Air India, China Eastern Airlines, FlexFlight, Hahn Air Technologies, IndiGo, Singapore Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, Thai Airways International
Roundtrip price
$289
Distance
1346 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 52 mins

Dhaka to Colombo Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Dhaka to Colombo

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Dhaka to Colombo are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Dhaka to Colombo with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Dhaka to Colombo

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Dhaka to Colombo: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Dhaka to Colombo

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Dhaka to Colombo in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $153 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Dhaka to Colombo flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Dhaka to Colombo airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Shahjalal Intl. Airport (DAC) to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) cost?
Score cheap return fares from Shahjalal Intl. Airport (DAC) to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) starting at $430. Grab a seat and take off on your trip. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a SriLankan Airlines flight leaving DAC on August 19 2025 and touching down at CMB. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from DAC to CMB?
The cheapest flights from DAC to CMB are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Shahjalal Intl. Airport (DAC) to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB)?
Catch a nonstop flight with SriLankan Airlines and travel straight from Shahjalal Intl. Airport (DAC) to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from DAC to CMB?
Fly from DAC to CMB with Hahn Air. This airline currently offers the cheapest one-way fare on this route, starting at $304. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from DAC on October 5 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Shahjalal Intl. Airport (DAC) to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB)?
On average, only 1 direct flight departs daily from Shahjalal Intl. Airport (DAC) to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB). Want additional options? Use Expedia's filter tool to find flights with layovers and add a new stop to your trip.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Shahjalal Intl. Airport (DAC) to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB)?
Flights between DAC and CMB tend to be busiest at 11 PM. If you want a less crowded experience and potentially cheaper prices, choose a time when demand is lower.
What day of the week has the most flights from DAC to CMB?
Thursday offers the most flights from Shahjalal Intl. Airport (DAC) to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB). Consider traveling on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your schedule.
What is the earliest flight from Shahjalal Intl. Airport (DAC) to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB)?
Shahjalal Intl. Airport (DAC)'s earliest flight to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) leaves at approximately 1:00PM UTC+6. With a flight time of 3h 25m, you'll touch down at around 3:55PM UTC+5.
How long does it take to fly from Shahjalal Intl. Airport (DAC) to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB)?
It takes roughly 3 hours and 23 minutes to fly the 1,350 mi from DAC to CMB.
What airline has the least delays from DAC to CMB?
With 80% of flights usually landing on schedule, SriLankan Airlines has the best on-time performance for direct flights from Shahjalal Intl. Airport (DAC) to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB). To check your flight status and receive notifications about any changes, use the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Shahjalal Intl. Airport (DAC) to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB)?
To reach Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) on time, choose a flight that takes off from Shahjalal Intl. Airport (DAC) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Colombo from Shahjalal Intl. Airport (DAC)?
Explore your flight options from Shahjalal Intl. Airport (DAC) to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB). This is the only Colombo airport you can jet into if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Shahjalal Intl. Airport (DAC) to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) last-minute?
Holding off until right before your break to book your flight from DAC to CMB generally means paying more. While you may find some last-minute deals, they aren't always guaranteed. Be flexible with your travel plans to boost your chances of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a DAC to CMB flight and hotel package?
Securing a DAC to CMB flight and hotel package tends to be cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your trip all in one place. Select from our impressive range of stays and then add activities, car rentals and flights to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Shahjalal Intl. Airport (DAC) to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB)?
Typically, you can reschedule or cancel your DAC to CMB flight. However, there may be additional charges, especially if your booking was made more than 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's policies and fees on flight changes, or if you want further information, go to our Customer Service portal.

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