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Cheap flights from Penang to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from RM 479

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PEN — CMB
21 Apr — 28 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Penang to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Penang to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 March 2026.

Mon 20/419:15
PEN
-
CMB
1 stop8h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 27/410:25
CMB
-
PEN
1 stop10h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3RM 1,226
Tue 5/517:45
PEN
-
CMB
1 stop6h 35m
AirAsia
Tue 12/522:50
CMB
-
PEN
1 stop7h 15m
AirAsia
Deal found 18/3RM 1,280
Sat 2/516:35
PEN
-
CMB
1 stop7h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/510:25
CMB
-
PEN
1 stop10h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3RM 1,304
Wed 1/705:50
PEN
-
CMB
1 stop6h 45m
Malaysia Airlines
Wed 1/700:05
CMB
-
PEN
1 stop16h 00m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 17/3RM 1,768
Tue 5/513:00
PEN
-
CMB
1 stop13h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/501:05
CMB
-
PEN
2 stops21h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3RM 2,651

Find flight deals from Penang to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Penang (PEN) to Colombo (CMB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 22 March 2026.

Round-trip from

RM 1,226

One-way from

RM 479

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November

Cheapest in

October

Average price

RM 1,387
20/4-27/4
  • 20/4-27/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 18h 25m total
  • Penang to Colombo
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  • Batik Air
  • 1/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 35m total
  • Penang to Colombo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (RM 239 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (RM 142 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Fly to

Route

Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey

PenangColombo

PEN - CMB

PENCMB

Penang Intl

Sat 2/5

16:35-21:50

1 stop7h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 9/5

10:25-23:00

1 stop10h 05m

RM 1,304

PenangColombo

PEN - CMB

PENCMB

Penang Intl

Wed 1/7

05:50-10:05

1 stop6h 45m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 1/7

00:05-18:35

1 stop16h 00m

RM 1,768

PenangColombo

PEN - CMB

PENCMB

Penang Intl

Tue 5/5

13:00-23:45

1 stop13h 15m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 11/5

01:05-00:35

2 stops21h 00m

RM 2,651

PenangColombo

PEN - CMB

PENCMB

Penang Intl

Sat 2/5

08:30-18:20

3 stops60h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sat 9/5

22:10-07:30

3 stops30h 50m

RM 3,350

PenangColombo

PEN - CMB

PENCMB

Penang Intl

Sun 3/5

08:30-18:20

2 stops36h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 10/5

20:30-07:30

1 stop32h 30m

RM 3,468

PenangColombo

PEN - CMB

PENCMB

Penang Intl

Mon 20/4

08:30-21:10

2 stops39h 10m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Mon 27/4

22:10-07:30

2 stops30h 50m

RM 3,948
Cheapest one-way

PenangColombo

PEN - CMB

PENCMB

Penang Intl

Wed 1/4

06:00-01:05

1 stop21h 35m

RM 479
Fastest single journey

PenangColombo

PEN - CMB

PENCMB

Penang Intl

Wed 1/4

19:55-01:05

1 stop7h 40m

RM 518

PenangColombo

PEN - CMB

PENCMB

Penang Intl

Mon 20/4

06:45-01:05

1 stop20h 50m

RM 530

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Penang to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Penang to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Penang to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of RM 848). Flying from Penang to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in February is currently the most expensive (average of RM 1,292). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Penang to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Colombo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Colombo. Reviews last updated 22 March 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Malaysia Airlines and AirAsia from Penang to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
297 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
297 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
297 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.
AirAsia
6.8
Okay
230 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
297 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Penang to Colombo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Penang to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    For a flight from Penang to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl, you will be flying from Penang Intl. Penang Intl (PEN) is just 14.5 km from the centre of the city. Penang Intl is the only Penang airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day. 2 airlines have flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl from Penang Intl on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Penang to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Malaysia Airlines can get you from Penang to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in just under 6h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Penang and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are separated by a distance of 2263 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Penang to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Penang to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip from RM 951. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is AirAsia. Malaysia Airlines is currently priced 29% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Penang to Colombo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Penang to Colombo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Penang to Colombo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Penang to Colombo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Penang to Colombo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Penang to Colombo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Penang to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Penang to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of RM 848). Flying from Penang to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in February is currently the most expensive (average of RM 1,292). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Penang to Colombo

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Penang to Colombo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 407,431 searches. Data last updated 22 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Malaysia AirlinesCheapestRM 951AverageRM 1,281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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AirAsiaCheapestRM 1,011AverageRM 1,259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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