Historical AED to LKR live rates. The current reference rate is approximately{" "} 75 LKR per 1 AED. This page covers the 2022 LKR crisis and the stabilisation through 2023–2026. Rates shown are indicative editorial snapshots — verify with your provider before sending.
Indicative monthly snapshots. Not a guaranteed or verified live rate.
| Month | AED to LKR Rate | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 2026 | 74 | LKR stable with IMF programme on track |
| Feb 2026 | 74.5 | Slight LKR softness vs USD |
| Mar 2026 | 75 | Rate settled around 75 LKR per AED |
| Apr 2026 | 75 | Continued stability; tourism season supports LKR |
| May 2026 | 75 | Broadly unchanged; IMF review positive |
| Jun 2026 | 75 | Current live rate |
Rates are indicative editorial snapshots, not verified live data. Always verify with your provider.
The AED is fixed to the USD at 3.6725 AED per USD (CBUAE official peg). All AED/LKR movements come from USD/LKR changes. The LKR is managed by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) and is influenced by:
In 2021 the rate was 54. During the 2022 crisis it spiked above 90. By 2024 it stabilised to 79-84. In 2026 it is approximately 75 LKR per AED. Verify historical rates on xe.com.
Partially. LKR recovered from 370+ per USD crisis levels to around 275-285 in 2026, helped by IMF support and tourism recovery. But it has not returned to pre-crisis levels of 200 per USD.
There is no reliable way to time AED/LKR. Set a rate alert with your provider and send when the rate moves in your favour. For regular remittances, a consistent schedule typically works better than market timing.
