DhakaColombo, Sri Lanka

Flights from Dhaka to Colombo

Nonstop flights from Dhaka (DAC) to Colombo (CMB) take about 3h 12m (2,166 km). FitsAir and SriLankan Airlines fly it. Lowest fare seen: $340 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Colombo

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Airport transfer

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Biman Bangladesh Airlines Boeing 787 cruising through the clouds in Dhaka. — lounges at Dhaka Airport

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Airlines flying Dhaka to Colombo

Carriers on DAC–CMB according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ FitsAirnonstop fare seen✈ SriLankan Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Dhaka to Colombo fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $310 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $245. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$34024 Oct 2026 · FitsAir	$248 · 1 stop24 Oct 2026
Nov 2026	$31026 Nov 2026 · FitsAir	$245 · 1 stop26 Nov 2026
Dec 2026	$37122 Dec 2026 · FitsAir	$246 · 1 stop15 Dec 2026
Jan 2027	$35811 Jan 2027 · FitsAir	$278 · 1 stop1 Jan 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $245 for November 2026, $246 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 4 of 4 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Dhaka to Colombo, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Colombo

Based on weather and travel conditions in Sri Lanka

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Best monthsGoodAvoid if possible

Sri Lanka has two coasts with opposite monsoon patterns. West coast (Colombo, Galle) is best Dec–March; east coast (Trincomalee, Arugam Bay) is best June–September.

Peak season: December – March (west), June – September (east)

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Frequently asked questions — Dhaka to Colombo flights

How long is the flight from Dhaka to Colombo?

A nonstop flight from Dhaka (DAC) to Colombo (CMB) takes about 3h 12m, covering 2,166 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.

How far is Dhaka from Colombo by air?

The great-circle distance between Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport and Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport is 2,166 km (1,346 miles), a medium-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Dhaka to Colombo?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the DAC–CMB route include FitsAir and SriLankan Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Dhaka to Colombo cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on DAC–CMB was $340 USD with FitsAir (nonstop), departing 24 Oct 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Dhaka to Colombo?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $245 one-way, against $278 for January 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Dhaka to Colombo?

In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $238 with one stop against $340 nonstop, a saving of $102. Nonstop saves the connection time.

Do I need a visa to travel from Dhaka to Sri Lanka?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Sri Lanka visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

What is the best time to visit Colombo?

Sri Lanka has two coasts with opposite monsoon patterns. West coast (Colombo, Galle) is best Dec–March; east coast (Trincomalee, Arugam Bay) is best June–September.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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