How Many Emirates Skywards Miles to Fly to Colombo?
Also see: Colombo → Dubai
Colombo is priced at 15,000 miles economy and 73,500 miles business class each way from Dubai — the same as South Indian cities. Sri Lanka's capital is a popular leisure destination from the UAE. Emirates also operates a fifth-freedom route between Colombo and Malé at much lower rates.
Emirates Skywards Award Chart — Colombo
Emirates operates nonstop flights from Dubai (DXB) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Flight time is approximately 4 hours. Emirates also operates a fifth-freedom route between Colombo and Malé, Maldives (CMB–MLE).
| Cabin | Miles (each way) |
|---|---|
| Economy | 15,000 |
| Premium Economy | 40,000 |
| Business Class | 73,500 |
| First Class | 85,500 |
Emirates Skywards award rates are fixed — no peak/off-peak pricing. Rates shown are one-way saver awards on Emirates metal.
Tips for Redeeming Emirates Skywards Miles to Colombo
- 1The Colombo–Malé fifth-freedom segment is priced at just 5,000 miles economy / 19,500 miles business each way.
- 2Colombo is a convenient jumping-off point for Sri Lanka's beaches and cultural sites.
- 3Emirates Skywards miles transfer from American Express Membership Rewards, Chase Ultimate Rewards, Citi ThankYou Points, Capital One Miles, and Bilt Rewards.
- 4All Emirates award flights route through Dubai (DXB). If you're open to a stopover, Emirates allows you to explore Dubai between flights at no extra mileage cost.
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