On this page, you can book flights from Colombo to Dhaka. This 2,182 km route is served regularly, with approximately 22 flights per week.
Flights are operated by SriLankan Airlines, FlexFlight, and JS Air. To find the best deal, use our low-fare calendar and price chart, and check out information on how to get to Colombo airport and how to get from Dhaka airport to the city center.
The table shows direct flights Colombo → Dhaka on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 3 h 15 min. Regular flights are operated by FitsAir, FLEX FLIGHT APS and SriLankan Airlines. Departures from Bandaranaike International Airport airports, arrivals at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Colombo — Dhaka by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 632 in ,, and the most expensive are around AED 877 in J. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Colombo → Dhaka, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,605 | high | May | AED 1,053 | low | Sep | AED 1,003 | low |
| Feb | AED 1,555 | high | Jun | AED 1,003 | low | Oct | AED 1,254 | medium |
| Mar | AED 1,354 | medium | Jul | AED 953 | low | Nov | AED 1,504 | high |
| Apr | AED 1,103 | low | Aug | AED 953 | low | Dec | AED 1,655 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The weather in Dhaka is characterized by hot summers, with temperatures peaking in April at +33.7°C, and a pronounced rainy season from June to August. The driest and coolest period is January, when the average nightly minimum is +12.8°C.
The lowest flight costs are recorded in August and September, with tickets starting AED 632 and AED 643 respectively. During the winter months, especially in January, prices tend to rise to AED 877.
November is considered the optimal time to travel, as the rains stop and prices remain steady at around AED 670. It’s best to avoid flying in June due to extreme rainfall.
Three main airlines operate on the route from Colombo to Dhaka: SriLankan Airlines, FlexFlight, and JS Air. Direct flights run regularly, providing a reliable connection between the cities with a total frequency of about 22 departures per week. Below is the current schedule and detailed fare information; select an airline card to view route options by day.
Flights Colombo — Dhaka depart from Bandaranaike International Airport and arrive at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The approximate travel time for a direct flight is about 2 hours and 40 minutes, covering a distance of 2,182 km.
Regular flights are operated by SriLankan Airlines, FlexFlight (W2), and JS Air (8D).
According to booking data, the lowest prices often occur in August and September. You can always check the current minimum in the calendar on this page.
Flights from Colombo arrive at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) in Dhaka.
We recommend using the price trend chart to see which days of the week are cheaper to fly and booking your tickets well in advance.
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