Traveling from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 4 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Abu Dhabi is UTC+4, which is one hour 30 minutes behind Colombo.
Choose from 50 weekly Bandaranaike International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flights. The 04:25 departure with Etihad Airways is the earliest flight you can take. Hi Fly Malta operates the last service of the day at 22:05.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CMB to AUH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as February. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
With direct flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport available through a range of airlines, flying to Abu Dhabi (and then other parts of United Arab Emirates) is easy. Here's who you can fly nonstop with:
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Hi Fly Malta.
With a reliable 92.02% of services arriving as scheduled, SriLankan Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering CMB to AUH flights.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bandaranaike International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. These are the top stopovers between CMB and AUH:
Velana International Airport
Chennai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
$141 is the best price for a one-way Bandaranaike International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight. Return flights start from $243. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Score cheap tickets from CMB to AUH by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from CMB to AUH.
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Handy information about Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
When it comes to Bandaranaike International Airport's on-time performance, 75.71% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Bandaranaike International Airport from central Colombo, it'll take around 40 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 20 miles from the airport to the city center.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near CMB? If you've booked an early flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
If you're getting in on a late Bandaranaike International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near AUH:
Pick up an Abu Dhabi International Airport rental car and discover Abu Dhabi and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Alamo and Europcar are leading providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest rate, book your vehicle from Abu Dhabi International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Prices generally rise closer to the day of travel.
Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
From Abu Dhabi International Airport, Abu Dhabi is approximately 20 miles away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the center.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The quietest month for a flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport is April, while February is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Abu Dhabi based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Abu Dhabi during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 84ºF and 109ºF.
Search for cheap tickets from CMB to AUH in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 57ºF and 77ºF on average.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Dubai is just one of the many places in United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored after you've experienced Abu Dhabi. Around 75 miles away to the north-east, popular attractions include Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism.
Around 90 miles north-east of Abu Dhabi, Sharjah is another favorite stop in United Arab Emirates. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.
