Abu Dhabi to Colombo (AUH–CMB) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
AUH–CMB is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Etihad Airways leads the route. The flight covers 2,051 miles in approximately 4h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 33 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EY Etihad Airways Also: AZ, ET, MS, SK | 27 | 321, 32A, 789 | 4h30-4h40 | – | – | AZ, ET, MS, SK |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Colombo from Abu Dhabi
| Metric | AUH→CMB | DXB→CMB | SHJ→CMB |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from AUH | – | 72 mi | 82 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 8 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 66 | 106 | 7 |
| Flight time | 4h 30m | 4h 15m | 4h 35m |
Travel Essentials
AUH: +04 · CMB: +0530
When it's 6:00 PM in Abu Dhabi, it's 7.5:00 PM in Colombo.
UAE passport holders must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) before arrival in Sri Lanka. The ETA costs $50 and allows stays up to 30 days, extendable to 90 days. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry.
AUH–CMB Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from AUH to CMB
Zayed International Airport (AUH) and Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB) are connected by nonstop service from Etihad Airways. With 66 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
AUH to CMB Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from AUH to CMB ranges from 4 hours 30 minutes to 4 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,051 miles (3,301 km). There are approximately 66 weekly flights outbound and 73 return, totaling 139 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
33 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via MCT. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dubai (DXB) and Sharjah (SHJ).