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How much do flights to Colombo cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£96

Cheapest round-trip

£259

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Most popular airline

SriLankan Airlines

Getting from Colombo airport to the city center

Fastest options: taxi or ride-hailing services. Best value: public bus or airport shuttle.

Colombo is served by Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), located approximately 32 km north of the city center. This is Sri Lanka's main international gateway, handling the vast majority of international flights. Various airport transfers to city center destinations are available, including taxis, ride-hailing services, airport shuttles, public buses, and private transfers. Journey times typically range from 45 minutes to over 2 hours depending on traffic conditions, which can be heavy during peak hours on the Colombo-Negombo road.

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

45-90 min

Rs 3,500 – Rs 4,500; fixed rate to Colombo Fort area (~$11–14 USD)

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

convenience and fixed pricing

45-90 min

Rs 2,500 – Rs 4,000; app-based pricing, varies with demand (~$8–12 USD)

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

budget-conscious travelers

60-120 min

Rs 150 – Rs 200; to Colombo Fort (~$0.50 USD)

every 30–60 min (traffic dependent)

lowest cost option

50-90 min

Rs 500 – Rs 800; air-conditioned service (~$1.50–2.50 USD)

every 30–45 min (traffic dependent)

comfort on a budget

45-90 min

Rs 5,000 – Rs 8,000; sedan; higher for larger vehicles (~$15–25 USD)

pre-booked (traffic dependent)

groups and families

45-90 min

Rs 2,800 – Rs 4,500; app-based pricing (~$9–14 USD)

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

familiar app experience

Notes:

  • Prices in LKR; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Traffic between the airport and Colombo city center can be very heavy, especially during morning and evening rush hours. Allow extra time during peak periods.
  • Pre-paid taxi counters are located in the arrivals hall and offer fixed rates to various destinations.
  • Ride-hailing apps require local mobile data or WiFi to function.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Colombo

Depart from
Penang International
Arrive to
Bandaranaike International
Average flights per week
327
Flight distance
Worth visiting
Ancient City of Polonnaruwa - Galle Fort - Sigiriya - Sri Lanka - Tooth Temple in Kandy, Sri Lanka - World's End, Sri Lanka

Check-in for a flight from Penang to Colombo

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
SriLankan AirlinesALKULYes
AirAsiaAXMAKNo
Batik Air MalaysiaMXDODNo
Malaysia AirlinesMASMHNo
FireflyFFMFYNo

Online check-in is not available for these airlines.

Weather in Colombo

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January30°C23°C
February31°C23°C
March31°C25°C
April31°C26°C
May30°C26°C
June29°C25°C
July29°C25°C
August28°C25°C
September28°C25°C
October29°C25°C
November29°C24°C
December29°C23°C
Hottest Month
31°C
March
Coldest month
23°C
January
Sunny days
180
days per year

14 day forecast

Sunday
6 Sep
78%
28°C27°C
13 Sep
85%
28°C27°C
Monday
7 Sep
88%
28°C27°C
14 Sep
87%
28°C27°C
Tuesday
8 Sep
88%
28°C27°C
15 Sep
88%
28°C27°C
Wednesday
9 Sep
86%
28°C27°C
16 Sep
89%
28°C27°C
Thursday
10 Sep
86%
28°C27°C
17 Sep
87%
27°C27°C
Friday
11 Sep
87%
28°C27°C
18 Sep
89%
28°C27°C
Saturday
12 Sep
88%
28°C27°C
19 Sep
88%
28°C27°C
The most popular airlines for this route are SriLankan Airlines, AirAsia, Batik Air Malaysia, Malaysia Airlines, and Firefly. Penang and Colombo have 327 direct flights per week. When you arrive at Colombo, consider visiting Ancient City of Polonnaruwa, Galle Fort, Sigiriya - Sri Lanka, Tooth Temple in Kandy, Sri Lanka, and World's End, Sri Lanka.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most popular routes to and from Penang?

Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Penang and Kuala Lumpur, Langkawi, Singapore, Bangkok, Johor Bahru, Phuket City, Bali, Denpasar, Phuket Province, London, Krabi, Kuantan, Hong Kong, Medan, Hanoi, Da Nang, Tawau, Kuching, Kota Kinabalu, Chiang Mai.

What are the most popular routes to and from Colombo?

Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Colombo and London, Manchester, Singapore, Bangkok, Dubai, Birmingham, Tel Aviv, Perth, Abu Dhabi, New Delhi, Bali, Malé, Kuala Lumpur, Bristol, Edinburgh, Denpasar, Vienna, Chennai, Bucharest, Istanbul.

What airports are near Penang?

The main airport in Penang is Penang International. It is also served by Penang International, Hat Yai International, Sultan Azlan Shah, Sultan Abdul Halim.

Which airlines fly between Penang and Colombo?

Currently, you can fly between Penang and Colombo with SriLankan Airlines, AirAsia, Batik Air Malaysia, Malaysia Airlines, Firefly.

When’s the best time to travel between Penang and Colombo?

If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Penang and Colombo, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.

What flights operate between Penang and Colombo?

Traveling between Penang and Colombo, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.

How many airports are there near Penang?

There are a number of airports in and around Penang. The main one is Penang International and other nearby airports include Penang International, Hat Yai International, Sultan Azlan Shah, Sultan Abdul Halim

What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Penang and Colombo depart?

This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred departure time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to depart from Penang, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for departure.

What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Penang and Colombo arrive?

This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred arrival time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to arrive at Colombo, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for arrival.

What time do flights between Penang and Colombo depart?

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