Can I fly direct from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur?

Yes, direct flights from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur are available. Historically, approximately 42.4% of all flights on this route have been direct. For travelers who prefer not to have a layover, direct options are a significant portion of the available flights. When connecting flights are taken, the median number of stopovers is typically one.

What's the flight time from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur?

A direct flight from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur typically takes 3 hours and 45 minutes. This non-stop journey covers a distance of 2467 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median flight time increases to approximately 9 hours and 50 minutes. Travelers should consider these durations when planning their itinerary, as direct flights offer a considerably shorter travel experience.

Should I set a price alert for Colombo to Kuala Lumpur flights?

Yes, setting a price alert for flights from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur is advisable. Historically, deals on this route have been frequent across the trailing quarter. This indicates that prices tend to fluctuate, and opportunities for savings often arise. By setting an alert, you can be notified when prices drop, helping you secure a more favorable fare for your trip.

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Colombo to Kuala Lumpur: Overview

Insights for flights from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur

Flights from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur cover a distance of 2467 km, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance typically translates into a journey that balances efficiency with the opportunity for competitive pricing.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur, fares typically range from $259–$462, with a median of $338. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level, and only 4% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur? The data indicates that February is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $147. Other cost-effective options include November, with a median fare of $229, and September, where the median fare is $230.

Regarding direct flights from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur, 42.4% of recent itineraries are non-stop. This means a meaningful share are non-stop, and for the remaining itineraries, most connect once.

How long is the flight from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 7h 10m. This duration reflects the median travel time across all observed itineraries, accounting for both direct and connecting options.

How much is a round trip from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur

Regular price: $185 - $261

Prices for flights from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur is between $185 and $261. The current lowest deal is $217 with Malindo Airways for travel from Oct 28-Oct 30.

now $217

Low $185

High $261

The cheapest time to fly from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur

The cheapest month to fly from CMB to KUL is February, with a median price of $147. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $348. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $147

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $348

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur

Malindo Airways

Last-minute flights going from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Kuala Lumpur

Colombo (CMB) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Malindo Airways

$399

$301

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Kuala Lumpur

Colombo (CMB) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Malindo Airways

$407

$320

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Kuala Lumpur

Colombo (CMB) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Malindo Airways

$402

$329

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Kuala Lumpur

Colombo (CMB) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Malindo Airways

$373

$329

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Kuala Lumpur

Colombo (CMB) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

AirAsia

$407

$323

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Kuala Lumpur

Colombo (CMB) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

$408

$330

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur

2 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 4

$407 → $260

36%

3 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 5

$402 → $270

33%

5 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 7

$373 → $270

28%

4 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 6

$399 → $301

25%

Popular Airports to fly from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur

Colombo - Kuala Lumpur route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for Colombo to Kuala Lumpur are below the typical level at $217.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in February for the best prices

Historically, February offers the lowest median price at $147 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 7h 10m

The median flight duration for this route is 7 hours and 10 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

42.4% of recent flights are direct

Historically, 42.4% of flights on this route are direct, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Malindo Airways offers direct flights

Malindo Airways has offered direct flights on the Colombo to Kuala Lumpur route recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur are frequent, appearing often.

Colombo main airports to depart from

Bandaranaike International (CMB)

Cheapest

Bandaranaike International is the cheapest option for flights from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur.

📍 ~30 km from Colombo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$231

Kuala Lumpur main airports to arrive at

Kuala Lumpur International (KUL)

Cheapest

Kuala Lumpur International is a key arrival airport for flights from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur.

📍 ~45 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$252

Airports nearby Kuala Lumpur used as alternative

Singapore Changi (SIN)

Consider Singapore Changi for its extensive international connectivity, though it requires an international border crossing.

📍 ~300 km from Kuala Lumpur (reachable by car, but travel time is significant)

💸 Flights from ~$324

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kuala Lumpur

Historically, booking flights from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur 60+ days in advance typically yields the lowest prices, with an average of $296. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches. For example, flights booked 28-59 days out average around $305, while those booked within 0-6 days of departure average $391. This trend suggests that planning ahead by more than two months can result in significant savings on your airfare.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur has been considered to be $259 or less. The median price observed for this route over the past 90 days was $338. Prices can vary, with 75% of fares historically being $462 or less. Aiming for a price at or below $259 would place your booking among the more economical options available.

Historically, February has been the cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur, with a median price of $147. Other relatively inexpensive months include November and September, which had median prices of $229 and $230 respectively. The annual median price for this route is $338, indicating that certain months offer substantial savings. Planning your trip during these months could lead to a more budget-friendly journey.

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Colombo to Kuala Lumpur: Overview

Insights for flights from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur

How much is a round trip from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur

Regular price: $185 - $261

Prices for flights from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur is between $185 and $261. The current lowest deal is $217 with Malindo Airways for travel from Oct 28-Oct 30.

now $217

Low $185

High $261

The cheapest time to fly from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur

February

Cheapest

Flights from $147

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $348

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur

Malindo Airways

Last-minute flights going from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Kuala Lumpur

Colombo (CMB) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Malindo Airways

$399

$301

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Kuala Lumpur

Colombo (CMB) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Malindo Airways

$407

$320

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Kuala Lumpur

Colombo (CMB) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Malindo Airways

$402

$329

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Kuala Lumpur

Colombo (CMB) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

Malindo Airways

$373

$329

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Kuala Lumpur

Colombo (CMB) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

AirAsia

$407

$323

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CMB - Kuala Lumpur

Colombo (CMB) - Kuala Lumpur (KUL)

$408

$330

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur

2 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 4

$407 → $260

36%

3 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 5

$402 → $270

33%

5 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 7

$373 → $270

28%

4 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 6

$399 → $301

25%

Popular Airports to fly from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur

Colombo - Kuala Lumpur route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for Colombo to Kuala Lumpur are below the typical level at $217.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in February for the best prices

Historically, February offers the lowest median price at $147 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 7h 10m

The median flight duration for this route is 7 hours and 10 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

42.4% of recent flights are direct

Historically, 42.4% of flights on this route are direct, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Malindo Airways offers direct flights

Malindo Airways has offered direct flights on the Colombo to Kuala Lumpur route recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur are frequent, appearing often.

Colombo main airports to depart from

Bandaranaike International (CMB)

Cheapest

Bandaranaike International is the cheapest option for flights from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur.

📍 ~30 km from Colombo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$231

Kuala Lumpur main airports to arrive at

Kuala Lumpur International (KUL)

Cheapest

Kuala Lumpur International is a key arrival airport for flights from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur.

📍 ~45 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$252

Airports nearby Kuala Lumpur used as alternative

Singapore Changi (SIN)

Consider Singapore Changi for its extensive international connectivity, though it requires an international border crossing.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

81% AI deal score

$1,165

$739

Save $426

From CMB

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Sep 25

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

81% AI deal score

$1,219

$765

Save $454

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kuala Lumpur

Cheap Flights from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur

Today’s best flight deals from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur

Colombo to Kuala Lumpur: Overview

Insights for flights from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur

How much is a round trip from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur

The cheapest time to fly from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur

Direct flights from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur

Last-minute flights going from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur

Popular Airports to fly from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur

Colombo - Kuala Lumpur route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in February for the best prices

Direct flights take 7h 10m

42.4% of recent flights are direct

Malindo Airways offers direct flights

Deals are frequent for this route

Colombo main airports to depart from

Kuala Lumpur main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Kuala Lumpur used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Kuala Lumpur

Best Elite deals to Kuala Lumpur

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kuala Lumpur

How early should I book Colombo to Kuala Lumpur flights to get the cheapest price?

What is a good price for a flight from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur?

Can I fly direct from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur?

What's the flight time from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur?

Should I set a price alert for Colombo to Kuala Lumpur flights?

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Colombo to Kuala Lumpur: Overview

Insights for flights from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur

How much is a round trip from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur

The cheapest time to fly from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur

Direct flights from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur

Last-minute flights going from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur

Popular Airports to fly from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur

Colombo - Kuala Lumpur route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in February for the best prices

Direct flights take 7h 10m

42.4% of recent flights are direct

Malindo Airways offers direct flights

Deals are frequent for this route

Colombo main airports to depart from

Kuala Lumpur main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Kuala Lumpur used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Kuala Lumpur

Best Elite deals to Kuala Lumpur

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Oct 12

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Sep 16

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Kuala Lumpur

How early should I book Colombo to Kuala Lumpur flights to get the cheapest price?

What is a good price for a flight from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur?