Quick answer: Yes, SriLankan Airlines tickets can be paid in instalments. SriLankan flies nonstop from Dubai to Colombo several times a day, with connections to the Maldives and India. If you live in the UAE, we can spread the ticket over several months with Tabby or Tamara, or on your bank card.
SriLankan Airlines flies nonstop from Dubai to Colombo several times a day, with connections to the Maldives, India and the Far East. Our office has many Sri Lankan customers, and we book SriLankan with the choice to pay the fare over the coming months.
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SriLankan tickets in monthly payments
For a trip home to Colombo most customers choose Tabby over 3 to 12 months, or Tamara if they already use it. A bank card plan suits bigger bookings like a family Avurudu trip. See our instalment guide for all the plans.
If a SriLankan return from Dubai to Colombo costs AED 1,800, a 6 month plan comes to about AED 300 per month, plus any plan fee shown in the link. A family of four could spread about AED 7,200 over 12 months at roughly AED 600 per month.
SriLankan Airlines at a glance for UAE travellers
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| UAE airport | Dubai International (DXB) |
| Hub | Bandaranaike International Airport, Colombo (CMB) |
| Cabins | Economy and Business |
| Baggage counter in Colombo | +94 19733 3366 |
SriLankan Airlines baggage allowance from the UAE
| Economy | Business | |
|---|---|---|
| Cabin bag | 1 x 7 kg | 2 x 7 kg |
| Checked baggage (Middle East routes) | 30 kg | 40 kg |
| Max weight of one bag | 32 kg | 32 kg |
SriLankan sometimes runs promotions with extra baggage, such as 40 kg in Economy on selected Colombo fares, so always check the allowance printed on your e ticket. We tell you the exact allowance before you pay. See SriLankan baggage allowance.
SriLankan Airlines baggage rules
- Cabin bag: one bag up to 7 kg in Economy (two in Business), with length, width and height together no more than 115 cm.
- Checked bags: 30 kg in Economy and 40 kg in Business on routes between the UAE and Sri Lanka.
- Single bag limit: no single bag can weigh more than 32 kg.
- Extra baggage: prepaid extra baggage is cheaper than paying at the airport; tell us when you book.
Pets on SriLankan Airlines
SriLankan does not carry pets in the cabin. Pets such as cats, dogs, birds, rabbits and ornamental fish are accepted as checked baggage in the hold, subject to the entry rules of Sri Lanka or your destination. Tell us before booking and we arrange the pet request with the airline. If you need your pet in the cabin, Etihad allows small cats and dogs on most routes; read our Etihad guide.
Names on your SriLankan ticket
Your name on the ticket must match your passport exactly. Many Sri Lankan passports show the full name in one line, or only a given name with no surname, so we check the name page of every passport before we issue.
Delayed, lost or damaged baggage on SriLankan
- At the airport: report a delayed or damaged bag immediately at the baggage counter, before you leave the airport.
- In writing: if you could not report it at the airport, report a delayed bag in writing within 48 hours of arrival.
- In Colombo: call the baggage counter on +94 19733 3366 and use the SriLankan baggage tracking page to follow your file.
See the SriLankan conditions of carriage.
Popular SriLankan Airlines routes we book from the UAE
Most of our customers fly SriLankan from Dubai to Colombo to visit family. We also book connections through Colombo to the Maldives, Chennai, Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore and Melbourne. Tell us your route and dates, and we compare SriLankan with flydubai, Air Arabia and Emirates on the same route.
SriLankan Airlines: frequently asked questions
Can I book SriLankan Airlines for the April New Year and pay later?
Yes. April seats to Colombo fill early, so book ahead and split the fare with Tabby, Tamara or a bank card plan. We issue the ticket after the first payment.
How much baggage does SriLankan allow from Dubai to Colombo?
Economy includes 30 kg checked baggage and one 7 kg cabin bag. Business includes 40 kg and two 7 kg cabin bags. Promotions sometimes add more, so check your e ticket.
What is the SriLankan cabin bag size?
One bag up to 7 kg in Economy, with length, width and height together no more than 115 cm.
What is the maximum weight of one bag on SriLankan?
No single checked bag can weigh more than 32 kg.
Can I take my pet in the cabin on SriLankan?
No. Cats, dogs, birds, rabbits and ornamental fish travel as checked baggage in the hold, not in the cabin.
What if SriLankan delays my bag?
Report it at the airport baggage counter before you leave, or in writing within 48 hours of arrival. In Colombo you can call the baggage counter on +94 19733 3366.
Which UAE airport does SriLankan fly from?
SriLankan flies from Dubai International (DXB) to Colombo (CMB).
Ready to book? Message us on WhatsApp at +971 52 292 1011, available 24 hours, or call +971 4 220 2133, office open daily 8 AM to 8 PM.
SriLankan Airlines rules in this guide were checked on srilankan.com in November 2026. White Sky Travel is a licensed travel agency and is not affiliated with SriLankan Airlines.
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