Charter Abu Dhabi to Colombo privately from US$59,000, about 4h 12m in the air. Request your price in minutes.
This route runs both ways — Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Colombo (CMB) and Colombo to Abu Dhabi — timed and priced alike.
Abu Dhabi and Colombo lie approximately 3,301 km apart (2,051 mi / 1,782 nm) on a direct routing.
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Chartering a private jet from Abu Dhabi to Colombo (and Colombo to Abu Dhabi) ranges from US$59,000 for a super midsize jet like the Challenger 350, up to US$152,500 for a heavy jet such as the Challenger 605. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. With seating for 9-12, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Large-group luxury with full galley, lie-flat beds, and dedicated crew rest. 12-16 seats and 7,400 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Super Midsize Jet · rec. | 4h 12m | 3h 47m – 4h 37m | US$80,500 | 9-12 |
| Heavy Jet | 4h 12m | 3h 47m – 4h 37m | US$109,000 | 12-16 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 4h 12m | US$80,500 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 4h 12m | US$88,500 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 4h 17m | US$96,500 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 605 | 4h 12m | US$109,000 – US$152,500 | 12-16 |
| Falcon 2000LXS | 4h 04m | US$120,000 – US$168,000 | 10-14 |
| Gulfstream G450 | 4h 04m | US$131,000 – US$183,000 | 13-16 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
What determines the price between Abu Dhabi and Colombo? Primarily: flight distance and typical jet-stream winds, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and the handling and parking fees charged at each airport. We confirm everything against real-time aircraft availability. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: Zayed International Airport and Al Bateen Executive Airport.
Colombo, Sri Lanka: Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport and Colombo Ratmalana International Airport.
| Zayed International Airport | Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | OMAA / AUH | VCBI / CMB |
| Longest hard runway | 13,471 ft | 10,991 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 88 ft | 30 ft |
| Aircraft | Needs | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft | 2,180 km | Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft | 2,410 km | Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft | 3,700 km | Fuel stop needed |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft | 3,650 km | Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft | 3,900 km | Fuel stop needed |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft | 4,600 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft | 5,926 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft | 6,400 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft | 7,220 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft | 7,800 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 14,260 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft | 11,112 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 12,960 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft | 11,945 km | Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Al Bateen Executive Airport (10,499 ft, 19 km) · Yas Island Seaplane Base · Yas Marina Heliport · Yas Marina Circuit Heliport · Colombo Ratmalana International Airport (6,013 ft, 40 km) · Dandugama Seaplane Base · Kelani-Peliyagoda Seaplane Base · Beira Lake Seaplane Base
Airline schedules are fixed; yours doesn't have to be. Depart Abu Dhabi–Colombo when the time is right.
No queues, no security theatre. From kerb to cruising altitude in under 20 minutes.
More airport choice means fewer ground miles. We match the airfield to your final address, not the nearest hub.
We publish the price band (US$59,000 – US$152,500) so you can plan before committing. The confirmed quote has no surprises.
Abu Dhabi–Colombo is a frequently chartered international sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$59,000 – US$152,500 one-way — from a super midsize jet (Challenger 350) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 4h 12m airborne across the 3,301 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Super Midsize Jet, Heavy Jet. We lead with a super midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Abu Dhabi–Colombo departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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