Airline
Emirates (EK)
Experience world-class service with Emirates, the world's largest operator of the Airbus A380 and Boeing 777. Connect to over 150 destinations worldwide through its state-of-the-art hub in Dubai (DXB).
Why travelers choose Emirates
- •Operates the world's largest fleet of Airbus A380s and Boeing 777s, offering a modern, all-wide-body experience.
- •Award-winning 'ice' inflight entertainment system with over 6,500 channels of movies, music, and games.
- •Extensive global network connecting over 150 destinations across six continents via its hub in Dubai (DXB).
- •Renowned for premium cabin experiences, including lie-flat Business Class seats and private First Class suites.
- •Founded in 1985 and is not a member of any major airline alliance.
Fare families
Economy Saver
The most budget-friendly option for confirmed travel plans, including a standard checked baggage allowance.
- •Checked baggage allowance (typically 20-25kg)
- •Advance seat selection available for a fee
- •Changes and cancellations permitted for a fee
- •Not eligible for upgrades with miles
Economy Flex
Offers a higher baggage allowance and more flexibility to change your flight with lower fees than Saver fares.
- •Generous checked baggage allowance (typically 30kg)
- •Complimentary standard seat selection
- •Changes permitted with a lower fee; more flexible cancellation
- •Eligible for upgrades using Skywards Miles
Business Class
Premium travel with lie-flat seats, lounge access, and complimentary Chauffeur-drive service.
- •Generous 40kg baggage allowance with priority handling
- •Complimentary Chauffeur-drive service in many destination cities
- •Access to exclusive airport lounges worldwide
- •Lie-flat seats on all A380 and most Boeing 777 aircraft
Key policies
Baggage allowance
Baggage is based on the weight concept for most routes. Economy Class allowances typically range from 20kg to 35kg depending on the fare. Business Class includes 40kg, and First Class includes 50kg. A piece concept applies to flights to/from the Americas and Africa.
Change policy
Flexibility varies by fare family. Saver fares incur a fee for changes and cancellations. Flex and Flex Plus fares offer greater flexibility with lower or no change fees. Flex Plus fares are typically fully refundable.
Check-in
Online and app check-in opens 48 hours before departure. Airport check-in counters generally open 3 hours before departure and close 60 minutes prior to takeoff (90 minutes for passengers checking baggage at DXB).
Colombo (CMB) network
Emirates operating flights touching CMB
Sample operating pattern; confirm exact days and times during booking.
From Colombo (CMB)
CMB → DXB
Flight EK 203 • Daily
CMB → SIN
Flight EK 468 • Daily
CMB → LHR
Flight EK 503 • Mon / Wed / Fri
To Colombo (CMB)
DXB → CMB
Flight EK 204 • Daily
SIN → CMB
Flight EK 469 • Daily
LHR → CMB
Flight EK 504 • Tue / Thu / Sat