Colombo (CMB)
Bandaranayake
Sri Lanka
GMT 5.5
Latitude: 7.180759906768799
Longitude: 79.88410186767578
CMB to DXB
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Weather in Colombo and Dubai
Live forecast for both cities, 12 Oct to 15 Oct.
Colombo
Thu, 15 Oct30°CRain expectedLow 24°
- Mon31° / 23°
- Tue31° / 23°
- Wed30° / 24°
Dubai
Thu, 15 Oct35°CCloudyLow 30°
- Mon36° / 28°
- Tue36° / 29°
- Wed35° / 29°
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Holidays and peak dates for Dubai
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Busiest periods: Peak tourist season (cooler weather) (01 Nov – 31 Mar), New Year period (20 Dec – 05 Jan).
- 02DecUAE National DayWednesday
- 03DecUAE National Day holidayThursday
- 01JanNew Year's DayFriday
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Destination & City Travel Guide
About Colombo
Colombo is often the first Sri Lankan stop after landing at Bandaranaike International Airport near Katunayake. Pettah’s market streets, the Gangaramaya temple and Galle Face Green show different parts of the city within a compact area, although road traffic changes the pace. The National Museum adds an indoor visit, and Colombo Fort remains an important transport point. Indian travellers can spend a day here before taking a train south or beginning a wider island route.
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Tips for travellers from India
Fort is the practical choice when a rail departure forms part of a short stay; Galle Face instead puts the seafront within easy reach. Cinnamon Gardens suits the National Museum and Independence Square. Bandaranaike Airport is at Katunayake, outside Colombo, so an airport hotel and a central city hotel serve different purposes. A late arrival followed by an early flight may favour the airport area, whereas a day of sightseeing needs the road transfer into Colombo itself.
Pettah and Fort fit together as a market-and-architecture walk, while Gangaramaya and the nearby lake area belong to another circuit. The National Museum is a collection visit rather than a brief stop on the way to a train, so pair it with Cinnamon Gardens. Galle Face Green is a flexible evening endpoint after those indoor sights. City of Dreams Sri Lanka opened in August 2025, adding hotel, dining and entertainment facilities to the central waterfront area; it is separate from the older museum district. For onward rail travel, identify Colombo Fort station on the ticket rather than treating every Colombo station as interchangeable. Pettah’s commercial lanes can be awkward with wheeled luggage, making Fort accommodation useful when combining a market visit with an onward train.
Best time to visit Colombo
December to March, around 23–32°C, with comparatively drier west-coast weather.
Places to visit in Colombo
Galle Face GreenPettah MarketGangaramaya TempleNational Museum of ColomboIndependence SquareColombo Fort
How to reach Colombo
By Air: Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is about 32 km north of Colombo; allow roughly 45–75 minutes by road. Airport bus 187, taxis and hired cars connect with the city.
By Rail: Colombo Fort is the main rail hub for routes towards Kandy, Galle and other destinations.
By Road: Airport bus 187 uses the Colombo-Katunayake Expressway; long-distance buses leave from city terminals.
What to do in Colombo
Walk the Galle Face Green seafront.
Explore market lanes in Pettah.
Visit Gangaramaya Temple near Beira Lake.
See Sri Lankan collections at the National Museum of Colombo.
Colombo airport information
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
About Dubai
Dubai is easiest to understand by crossing its creek. Al Fahidi preserves lanes and courtyard houses on the Bur Dubai side, while Deira has the Gold and Spice Souks. Farther south, beaches and newer districts change the scale of a day out. For travellers from India, the city also has extensive family and business links. Dubai International Airport sits close to the older centre, and the Red Line connects two of its terminals to the urban rail network.
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Tips for travellers from India
Bur Dubai makes a practical base for Al Fahidi and creek crossings, with Karama nearby for South Asian restaurants. A Dubai Marina hotel instead favours the waterfront and beach districts, which are a substantial distance from the older souks. The Red Line serves airport Terminals 1 and 3, so accommodation near that line can simplify arrival. Terminal 2 needs a road connection; do not choose a hotel transfer on the assumption that every terminal has its own metro platform.
Use the RTA’s Nol system for metro and bus travel, and check the fare zones for longer trips between the creek and Marina. An abra between Bur Dubai and Deira is part of the old-city route, rather than a substitute for a longer sightseeing cruise. Pair Al Fahidi with the Bur Dubai waterfront, then cross to the Gold and Spice Souks. Downtown Dubai and the Burj Khalifa area deserve another block of time instead of a rushed detour between markets. A flight marketed by Emirates may involve a partner carrier, so the operating airline and terminal on the booking determine where to check in. Dubai World Central is a separate airport southwest of the city, not another terminal at Dubai International.
Best time to visit Dubai
November to March, usually about 18–30°C, for creek walks and beaches.
Places to visit in Dubai
Al Fahidi Historical NeighbourhoodDubai CreekGold SoukSpice SoukAl Shindagha MuseumJumeirah Beach
How to reach Dubai
By Air: Dubai International Airport (DXB) is about 5 km from the older city centre; allow roughly 15–30 minutes by road. The Metro Red Line serves Terminals 1 and 3, with buses and taxis at the airport.
By Rail: Union and BurJuman are key metro interchanges; DXB Terminal 1 and Terminal 3 stations are on the Red Line.
By Road: RTA buses serve the city; intercity buses connect Dubai with Sharjah and Abu Dhabi.
What to do in Dubai
Walk the lanes of Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood.
Cross Dubai Creek by abra between Bur Dubai and Deira.
Browse the Gold and Spice Souks in Deira.
Visit Al Shindagha Museum beside the creek.
Dubai airport information
Dubai International Airport (DXB). Terminal 3 serves Emirates, including its India routes, and selected flights operated by flydubai, United Airlines and Air Canada. Other carriers use Terminals 1 or 2, so follow the terminal shown by the operating airline.
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How far is Colombo from Dubai by air?
The direct air distance between Colombo (CMB) and Dubai (DXB) is about 3,288 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.
Are there non-stop flights from CMB to DXB?
Not on the dates shown here. Every Colombo to Dubai option on this page has at least one stop. Non-stop service can differ by season and by day, so check nearby dates before you decide.
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