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AIRLINE OVERVIEW
Emirates is a flag carrier of the United Arab Emirates, headquartered in Al Garhoud, Dubai. Founded in 1985, it has grown into one of the largest international airlines by passengers carried on international routes, operating its global network from Dubai International Airport (DXB), its main hub.
Emirates flies to destinations spanning six continents, covering major cities across the Middle East, Europe, Asia, Africa, the Americas, and Australia. Its fleet is built around wide-body long-haul aircraft, historically anchored by the Airbus A380 and Boeing 777 families, with the Airbus A350 progressively joining the fleet on select routes, including Colombo.
Emirates is internationally recognised for its premium cabin experience, award-winning in-flight entertainment, multilingual cabin crew and consistently high service standards. Frequent flyers can join Emirates Skywards, the airline's loyalty programme, to earn Miles and tier status on eligible bookings.
Note: Fleet composition, destination counts, and loyalty programme terms are set by Emirates and are periodically updated. Confirm current details on the official Emirates website.
Network
Emirates operates flights between Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) and Dubai International Airport (DXB), its principal hub.
From Dubai, travellers connecting onward can reach a wide range of international cities across Emirates' global network. Eligible premium cabin fares may include additional ground services, such as chauffeur drive in selected cities, subject to Emirates' fare conditions and availability.
Popular onward destinations via Dubai include:
Note: Flight schedules, frequencies, and aircraft assignments on the Colombo–Dubai route are set by Emirates and change periodically. Always confirm current departure times and connections when you search on iCanFly or check directly with Emirates.
3 destinations served from CMB
Explore Emirates routes from Colombo.
Baggage
Emirates' baggage allowance depends on your cabin class, fare type, and route, and is calculated using either a weight concept or a piece concept depending on where you are travelling to and from.
Exact size and weight limits are set by Emirates.
Confirm the exact allowance for your fare and route during booking.
Subject to size and weight limits.
Baggage allowances and fees change periodically and depend on your fare, route, and Skywards tier. Always verify during booking on iCanFly or with Emirates.
Travel classes
Emirates offers a tiered cabin experience, though the exact cabins available depend on the aircraft type operating your specific flight.
The standard cabin on all Emirates aircraft
Aircraft types
Between Economy and Business where available
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Lie-flat comfort and priority services
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Private suites on select A380 aircraft
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Available through the Emirates website or app within the airline's published online check-in window, allowing passengers to select seats and obtain their boarding pass.
Available on eligible bookings, added directly to your mobile device.
Counters at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) remain available for travellers who prefer to check in in person.
Connecting through Dubai, Emirates opens up a wide range of destinations popular with Sri Lankan travellers for business, leisure, and visiting family abroad.
Middle East
Emirates' home hub, and a destination in its own right.
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Popular for business, education, and family visits.
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A classic European getaway for culture and cuisine.
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A major European business and transit hub.
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Popular for fashion, design, and northern Italy.
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A top long-haul choice for the US East Coast.
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A key destination for Sri Lanka's diaspora in Canada.
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Popular for leisure and reuniting with family.
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Another major Australian gateway.
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A gateway to Southern Africa for business and safari travel.
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