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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Erbil to Colombo? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Colombo.RM1,598 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Mar, returning Wed, 18 Mar.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Erbil on Wed, 11 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 18 Mar, arriving in Erbil.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,598, select.
Colombo.RM1,598 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Apr, returning Sat, 18 Apr.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Erbil on Sat, 4 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 18 Apr, arriving in Erbil.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,598, select.
Colombo.RM2,293 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep, returning Mon, 14 Sep.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Erbil on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Erbil.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,293, select.
Colombo.RM2,303 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul, returning Wed, 15 Jul.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Erbil on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 15 Jul, arriving in Erbil.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,303, select.
Colombo.RM2,303 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Aug, returning Tue, 18 Aug.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Erbil on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Erbil.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,303, select.
Colombo.RM2,305 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Jun, returning Sun, 5 Jul.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Erbil on Mon, 22 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 5 Jul, arriving in Erbil.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,305, select.
Colombo.RM2,315 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 May, returning Sat, 6 Jun.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Erbil on Mon, 25 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 6 Jun, arriving in Erbil.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,315, select.
Colombo.RM2,315 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Feb, returning Fri, 27 Feb.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Erbil on Wed, 18 Feb, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 27 Feb, arriving in Erbil.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,315, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Erbil to Colombo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Erbil to Colombo flights are currently cheapest in March.
Feb
from RM2,315
Mar
from RM1,598
Apr
from RM1,598
May
from RM2,327
Jun
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Jul
from RM2,303
Aug
from RM2,303
Sep
from RM2,293
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Alternative Erbil to Colombo routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Erbil 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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from RM1,598
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Bentota River

52km from central Colombo
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Katugastota

72km from central Colombo
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Erbil to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM1,598
Cheapest month to flyMarch

Finding cheap flights from Erbil 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 Erbil to Colombo is RM1,598. 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 Erbil to Colombo. But we found flights with one or more stops from RM1,598.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Erbil to Colombo.
The cheapest month to fly from Erbil to Colombo is usually March.
If you're flying from Erbil 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 RM1,598.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Erbil Airport to Colombo on Wednesday, 11 March 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Erbil 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, Air Arabia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo.

Flying from Erbil International Airport (EBL) to Colombo: what you need to know

  • Colombo is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Erbil, where Erbil International Airport is located. Colombo observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.

  • Leave enough time to get on your EBL to Colombo flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

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

  • We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from EBL to Colombo with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

  • To reach EBL from central Erbil, it takes about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. It's roughly 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Booked an early flight from Erbil International Airport to Colombo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near EBL:

  • 80.68% of flights leaving Erbil International Airport arrive at their destination as planned. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of EBL.

How to find the cheapest flights from Erbil International Airport (EBL) to Colombo

  • RM799 is currently the best price for a one-way Erbil International Airport to Colombo flight. A return flight ticket starts from RM1,598. These fares can change based on demand.

  • Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from EBL to Colombo. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.

  • Scoring cheap tickets from Erbil International Airport to Colombo is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to access the lowest prices across each month and score an awesome deal.

  • Picking up a cheap flight from EBL to Colombo is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch when a better deal is available.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Erbil International Airport to Colombo.

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

  • Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo takes around 40 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometres away.

  • It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

  • If you have a late flight from Erbil International Airport to Colombo, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near RML:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

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

  • If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so.

  • Following your EBL to Colombo flight, rest your head at a hotel close to CMB. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:

  • The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and be on your way in a flash.

  • Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from CMB two weeks in advance often means lower prices and a greater range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Colombo

  • Carefully consider your dates before locking in your flight from Erbil International Airport to Colombo. The city buzzes in high season, but prices are typically higher and major attractions can get busy. Go to Colombo in the low season for a quieter vibe.

  • Before locking in your Erbil International Airport to Colombo flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from EBL to Colombo in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.

More about Colombo

  • Start your Colombo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Erbil International Airport to Colombo, browse our selection of accommodation options including:

  • Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are attractions you won't want to skip in Colombo.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

  • Colombo will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Sri Lanka waiting to be discovered. Around 306 kilometres north of Colombo, a visit to Jaffna will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.

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

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