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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Dar Es Salaam to Colombo? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Colombo.RM3,373 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Apr, returning Thu, 30 Apr.Return flight with Precision Air and Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Precision Air, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Mon, 13 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,373, select.
Colombo.RM3,535 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Mar, returning Mon, 16 Mar.Return flight with Air Tanzania and IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Mon, 9 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 16 Mar, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,535, select.
Colombo.RM3,814 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 May, returning Fri, 8 May.Return flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 8 May, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,814, select.
Colombo.RM3,822 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Dec, returning Sun, 20 Dec.Return flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 20 Dec, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,822, select.
Colombo.RM3,928 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Mar, returning Tue, 28 Apr.Return flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,928, select.
Colombo.RM4,373 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Aug, returning Wed, 19 Aug.Return flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,373, select.
Colombo.RM5,841 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Feb, returning Sun, 22 Feb.Return flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Tue, 17 Feb, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 22 Feb, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM5,841, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Dar Es Salaam to Colombo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Dar Es Salaam to Colombo flights are currently cheapest in April.
Feb
from RM5,798
Mar
from RM3,509
Apr
from RM3,348
May
from RM3,786
Jun
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Aug
from RM4,341
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Dec
from RM3,794
Jan
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Alternative Dar Es Salaam to Colombo routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Dar Es Salaam to Colombo? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Kelaniya

10km from central Colombo
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Colombo Ratmalana

13km from central Colombo
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Colombo Bandaranayake

27km from central Colombo
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Bentota River

52km from central Colombo
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Katugastota

72km from central Colombo
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Dar Es Salaam to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM3,373
Cheapest month to flyApril

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Finding cheap flights from Dar Es Salaam to Colombo: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Colombo: Kelaniya, Colombo Ratmalana, Colombo Bandaranayake, Bentota River, and Katugastota.
The best price we found for a return flight from Dar Es Salaam to Colombo is RM3,373. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Dar Es Salaam to Colombo. But we found flights with one or more stops from RM3,373.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Dar Es Salaam to Colombo.
The cheapest month to fly from Dar Es Salaam to Colombo is usually April.
If you're flying from Dar Es Salaam Airport, the cheapest airport near Colombo is Colombo Bandaranayake – which is 27.5 km away from the centre of Colombo. We've found flights into this airport from RM3,373.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Colombo on Monday, 13 April 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Dar Es Salaam Airport and Colombo. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Colombo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Colombo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In February, the average temperature is usually around 27°C. May is typically the warmest month in Colombo, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is November.
Currently, Precision Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo.

Flying from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Colombo: what you need to know

  • Colombo is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Dar Es Salaam, where Julius Nyerere International Airport is located. Colombo runs on the UTC+5:30 timezone.

  • Leave plenty of time to catch your DAR to Colombo flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Planning to travel during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper flight ticket from DAR to Colombo. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

  • Central Dar Es Salaam to DAR is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 30 minutes to reach there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • Booked an early flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Colombo? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near DAR:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Julius Nyerere International Airport, data shows 68.39% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Colombo

  • RM1,916 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Julius Nyerere International Airport to Colombo flight. A return flight ticket right now is RM3,373. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from DAR to Colombo if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for a Julius Nyerere International Airport to Colombo ticket.

  • There's no need to check in daily to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's an extra saving on cheap flights from DAR to Colombo.

  • Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Colombo by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

  • Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) is around 16 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 40 minutes.

  • It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes to get there by public transport.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Colombo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near RML:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • After your flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Colombo has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Colombo is roughly 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).

  • If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.

  • You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near CMB. Unwind and get cosy after your DAR to Colombo flight at one of these perfectly located options:

  • Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare availability and rates from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt.

  • Get first dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from CMB two weeks in advance often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Colombo

  • Before booking your flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Colombo, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Colombo offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season brings better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.

  • Before locking in your Julius Nyerere International Airport to Colombo flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from DAR to Colombo around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Colombo

  • Start your Colombo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Colombo, browse our selection of accommodation options including:

  • Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Gangaramaya Temple are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Colombo must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Viharamahadevi Park.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

  • Jaffna is just one of the many places in Sri Lanka waiting to be explored once you've seen Colombo. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.

  • Trincomalee is another favourite destination in Sri Lanka and is around 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo. No trip is complete without experiencing Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.

Plan the rest of your trip from Dar Es Salaam to Colombo

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