Flying from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is 3 hours 45 minutes.
Kuala Lumpur is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Colombo and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
Each week, there are 41 Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flights.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your CMB to KUL flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
There are direct flights from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, so getting to Kuala Lumpur (and then touring more of Malaysia!) is a breeze. Top airlines that fly nonstop include:
Most travellers choose to travel with SriLankan Airlines on this route.
AirAsia is the most punctual carrier that operates CMB to KUL flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between CMB and KUL:
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Singapore Changi Airport
Chennai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight is Rs34,600. A return fare is currently Rs60,061. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CMB to KUL if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.
Handy information about Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB)
69% of flights taking off from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To reach Colombo Bandaranayake Airport from central Colombo, it'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 50 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to CMB? If you've booked an early flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Consider booking a hotel close to KUL if you have a late Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar to explore Kuala Lumpur and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport around four weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport is roughly 56 kilometres from the centre of Kuala Lumpur. The drive time takes around 55 minutes.
It takes around 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Kuala Lumpur. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Kuala Lumpur, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 33ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CMB to KUL in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC and 32ºC then.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Malaysia waiting to be explored. Around 338 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur, a visit to Kota Bharu will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Istana Negeri Kelantan, Museum Of Islamic Culture and Siti Khadijah Market.








