Dubai to Colombo Flights

Local Dubai Airports

Dubai International is the main airport in Dubai. It is located on Airport Road in the United Arab Emirates. Also known by airport code DXB, this airport is serviced by Air Algerie, Air Armenia, Air Berlin, and many others. Cheap flights from Dubai can be found on Orbitz.com, so you can book a cheap ticket for your vacation.

Parking at the Airport

The airport offers 24-hour parking in short-term terminals and also offers long-term spaces. You will pay for parking in the local currency, and it is 10 AED for the first 15 minutes of short-term parking in most terminals. Car park B offers free parking for the first 15 minutes. Parking for 24 hours ranges from 140 to 240 AED. Daily rates do not exceed 240 AED. At the moment, 3.67 AED equal $1 in U.S. currency.

Transportation to and from the Airport

Dubai International offers taxis, car rentals, a metro system, and water taxis. Taxis are the most common way to travel. For visitors with an international driving license, car rental companies have cars that you can rent for your visit. The metro system currently runs at 10-minute intervals, so you can quickly get across the city and to the airport. Water taxis allow for travel between Bur Dubai and Deira.

Dubai International Airport Amenities

Dubai International Airport has so many choices of food that it may be hard to decide. Starbucks, McDonald's, Subway, Hatam, Upper Deck Café, and others all have a variety of foods that you can try before or after your flight. Book cheap flights from Dubai on Orbitz.com and make sure you have time to eat before you go.

Bandaranaike International Airport

Colombo is the capital city of Sri Lanka, and it is one of the most popular tourist spots in Southeast Asia. It can be a challenge to locate cheap flights to Colombo, but Orbitz.com offers a specialized search engine that searches a variety of airports at one time to locate the best deals. The Bandaranaike International Airport is located approximately 20 miles from downtown Colombo. Twenty-four airlines service the airport including Air India, China Eastern Airlines, Gulf Air, Singapore Airlines and Tiger Airways.

Transportation from the Airport

Many hotels and tourist locations offer complimentary transportation to and from the airport. Buses and taxis are available at various locations around the city for a flat rate, and the train station is located close to the airport. Fees for the train depend on the destination. Orbitz.com can help travelers find the best deals on car rentals in the area.

Weather in Colombo

Colombo offers warm year-round temperatures. The warmest months of the year are March and April when temperatures are close to 90 degrees. The coolest months are July though November when the average temperatures are in the mid-80s.

Things to Do in Colombo

There is a variety of things to do in Colombo. The Fort in the city dates back to the Portuguese and Dutch periods. It is now home to a variety of shops, offices and tourist spots. The Galle Face Green is the promenade on the sea that is reminiscent to the British era. It is one of the biggest open spaces in Colombo and a popular spot for picnics. The Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara is a famous Buddhist Temple that offers several religious processions throughout the year. Orbitz.com can help visitors locate cheap flights to Colombo and the best deals in travel.