$171 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 $171 for one-way flights and $294 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Air India
Tue, Jan 6 - Sun, Jan 25
DAC
Dhaka
CMB
Colombo
$294 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$294
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Air India flight, departing Tue, Jan 6 from Dhaka to Colombo, returning Sun, Jan 25, priced at $294 found 1 day ago
Air India
Tue, Feb 10 - Wed, Feb 11
DAC
Dhaka
CMB
Colombo
$295 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$295
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Air India flight, departing Tue, Feb 10 from Dhaka to Colombo, returning Wed, Feb 11, priced at $295 found 6 days ago
Air India
Sun, Jan 4 - Wed, Jan 21
DAC
Dhaka
CMB
Colombo
$297 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$297
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Air India flight, departing Sun, Jan 4 from Dhaka to Colombo, returning Wed, Jan 21, priced at $297 found 1 day ago
Air India
Sat, Feb 7 - Mon, Feb 16
DAC
Dhaka
CMB
Colombo
$300 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$300
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Air India flight, departing Sat, Feb 7 from Dhaka to Colombo, returning Mon, Feb 16, priced at $300 found 1 day ago
Air India
Sun, Feb 1 - Mon, Feb 16
DAC
Dhaka
CMB
Colombo
$304 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$304
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Air India flight, departing Sun, Feb 1 from Dhaka to Colombo, returning Mon, Feb 16, priced at $304 found 1 day ago
Air India
Tue, Oct 7 - Fri, Nov 14
DAC
Dhaka
CMB
Colombo
$307 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$307
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Air India flight, departing Tue, Oct 7 from Dhaka to Colombo, returning Fri, Nov 14, priced at $307 found 6 days ago
Singapore Airlines
Tue, Oct 21 - Thu, Oct 30
DAC
Dhaka
CMB
Colombo
$430 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$430
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 21 from Dhaka to Colombo, returning Thu, Oct 30, priced at $430 found 1 hour ago
IndiGo
Tue, Sep 30 - Sun, Oct 12
DAC
Dhaka
CMB
Colombo
$431 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$431
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select IndiGo flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from Dhaka to Colombo, returning Sun, Oct 12, priced at $431 found 3 days ago
Air Arabia
Thu, Feb 5 - Thu, Feb 12
DAC
Dhaka
CMB
Colombo
$487 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$487
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Air Arabia flight, departing Thu, Feb 5 from Dhaka to Colombo, returning Thu, Feb 12, priced at $487 found 5 hours ago
SriLankan Airlines
Mon, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 7
DAC
Dhaka
CMB
Colombo
$529 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$529
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select SriLankan Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 6 from Dhaka to Colombo, returning Tue, Oct 7, priced at $529 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 - $365 per traveler.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Shahjalal Intl. Airport (DAC) to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) cost?
Lock in a cheap one-way flight from $171 or cheap return flight from $294 from Shahjalal Intl. Airport (DAC) to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Shahjalal Intl. Airport (DAC) to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB)?
January is the cheapest month to fly from DAC to CMB. Timing your trip outside of the busy season is often the key to finding a great deal.
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 Shahjalal Intl. Airport (DAC) to Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB)?
While prices can change depending on your travel dates, FitsAir and SriLankan Airlines are often among the top picks for flights between Shahjalal Intl. Airport (DAC) and Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB). You can also compare airlines on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the best deal for your DAC to CMB flight.
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.

Travel information

Travel information

Origin airport
Shahjalal Intl.
Destination airport
Bandaranaike Intl.
Airlines serving
Air India, China Eastern Airlines, Emirates, FlexFlight, Hahn Air Technologies, IndiGo, Singapore Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, Thai Airways International
Roundtrip price
$293
Distance
1346 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 52 mins

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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 January. 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 $171 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.

 

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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.

 

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