Airline
Etihad Airways (UL)
Experience world-class luxury and seamless connectivity with Etihad Airways. Flying through its state-of-the-art Abu Dhabi hub, Etihad connects passengers to top destinations across Europe, the Americas, and the Middle East.
Why travelers choose Etihad Airways
- •Seamless connections from Colombo (CMB) to Europe, the US, and GCC via the award-winning Abu Dhabi (AUH) hub.
- •Family-friendly flying with complimentary bassinets, dedicated children's meals, and activity packs.
- •Flexible booking options with transparent change fees, US pre-clearance in Abu Dhabi, and premium lounge access.
Fare families
Economy Value
Essential travel features including checked baggage and standard flexibility.
- •23–30kg checked baggage allowance
- •Standard seat selection available for a fee
- •Ticket changes permitted (standard fees apply)
Economy Value
Essential travel features including checked baggage and standard flexibility.
- •23–30kg checked baggage allowance
- •Standard seat selection available for a fee
- •Ticket changes permitted (standard fees apply)
Economy Choice Plus
Enhanced flexibility with complimentary seat selection and increased baggage allowance.
- •Up to 30kg checked baggage allowance
- •Complimentary standard seat selection prior to check-in
- •Reduced change fees and enhanced Etihad Guest mileage accrual
Economy Choice Plus
Enhanced flexibility with complimentary seat selection and increased baggage allowance.
- •Up to 30kg checked baggage allowance
- •Complimentary standard seat selection prior to check-in
- •Reduced change fees and enhanced Etihad Guest mileage accrual
Business
Ultimate comfort featuring fully flat beds, lounge access, and premium dining.
- •40kg+ baggage allowance with priority handling
- •Exclusive premium lounge access and dedicated fast track
- •Maximum flexibility for changes with minimal penalties
Business
Ultimate comfort featuring fully flat beds, lounge access, and premium dining.
- •40kg+ baggage allowance with priority handling
- •Exclusive premium lounge access and dedicated fast track
- •Maximum flexibility for changes with minimal penalties
Key policies
Baggage allowance
Generous allowances: Economy includes 23–30kg; Choice Plus and Business include 40–50kg. A piece concept applies to US/Canada flights (typically 2x23kg for Economy). Exact allowances are clearly displayed during booking.
Change policy
Choice Plus and Business fares offer maximum flexibility for date changes. Value and Deal fares incur standard change fees. Name changes are strictly restricted, and refunds follow specific fare tier conditions.
Check-in
Web and mobile app check-in opens 30 hours before departure (24 hours for US bound flights). Airport counters typically open 3 hours prior and strictly close 60 minutes before departure.
Colombo (CMB) network
Etihad Airways operating flights touching CMB
Sample operating pattern; confirm exact days and times during booking.
From Colombo (CMB)
CMB → DXB
Flight UL 203 • Daily
CMB → SIN
Flight UL 468 • Daily
CMB → LHR
Flight UL 503 • Mon / Wed / Fri
To Colombo (CMB)
DXB → CMB
Flight UL 204 • Daily
SIN → CMB
Flight UL 469 • Daily
LHR → CMB
Flight UL 504 • Tue / Thu / Sat