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Flight deals from Colombo Bandaranayake to Penang

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Penang Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs86,688. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
George Town.Rs46,738 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs46,738, select.
George Town.Rs46,992 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs46,992, select.
George Town.Rs47,645 per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 Aug.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 9 Aug, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs47,645, select.
George Town.Rs47,867 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Jun.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 23 Jun, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs47,867, select.
George Town.Rs55,477 per passenger.Departing Sun, 17 May.One-way flight with FitsAir.Outbound indirect flight with FitsAir, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 17 May, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs55,477, select.
George Town.Rs56,091 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Sep.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs56,091, select.
George Town.Rs57,559 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Jan.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs57,559, select.
George Town.Rs69,787 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Dec.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 27 Dec, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs69,787, select.
George Town.Rs73,396 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Apr.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 10 Apr, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs73,396, select.
George Town.Rs259,163 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs259,163, select.
George Town.Rs259,163 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Feb.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 7 Feb, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs259,163, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake to Penang

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Colombo Bandaranayake to Penang flights are currently cheapest in October.
May
from Rs55,477
Jun
from Rs47,867
Jul
from Rs46,992
Aug
from Rs47,645
Sep
from Rs56,091
Oct
from Rs46,738
Nov
from Rs259,163
Dec
from Rs69,787
Jan
from Rs57,559
Feb
from Rs259,163
Mar
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Apr
from Rs73,396

Colombo Bandaranayake to Penang: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Colombo Bandaranayake to George Town below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Penang.

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Colombo to George Town: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs46,738
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranayake to Penang: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Colombo Bandaranayake to Penang is Rs82,165. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Colombo Bandaranayake to Penang. But we found flights with one or more stops from Rs82,165.
As of May 2026, there are no flights flying from Colombo Bandaranayake to Penang.
The cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake to Penang is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Penang Airport on Sunday, 4 October 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Colombo Bandaranayake Airport and Penang Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Penang but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to George Town is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Singapore Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Penang.

Travelling from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Penang International Airport (PEN): what you need to know

  • The timezone in George Town is UTC+8, which is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Colombo.

  • To ensure you catch your CMB to PEN flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • During popular months such as February, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bandaranaike International Airport to Penang International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between CMB and PEN:

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport

    • Changi International Airport

    • Suvarnabhumi Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Penang International Airport (PEN)

  • Rs46,738 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Bandaranaike International Airport to Penang International Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs82,165. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CMB to PEN if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Penang International Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.

  • You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from CMB to PEN.

  • Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Penang International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Of all flights leaving Bandaranaike International Airport, 75.71% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • To get to Bandaranaike International Airport from central Colombo, it takes around 40 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Penang International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near CMB:

Arriving at Penang International Airport (PEN)

  • If you have a late Bandaranaike International Airport to Penang International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near PEN:

  • Travel at your own pace with a Penang International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or Hawk and chase adventure across George Town and beyond.

  • Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Penang International Airport around four weeks ahead of your departure.

Getting from Penang International Airport (PEN) to central George Town

  • Penang International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of George Town. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.

When to fly to Penang International Airport (PEN)

  • It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Penang International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to George Town. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in February.

  • Lock in your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Penang International Airport for March if you'd like to visit George Town during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 33ºC.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CMB to PEN in January. Temperatures average between 23ºC and 31ºC then.

Explore more of Malaysia

  • You've seen George Town, now it's time to discover other corners of Malaysia. Journey about 225 kilometres east to Kota Bharu to check off its leading attractions. From Pantai Cahaya Bulan to Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Kuala Lumpur is another essential stop in Malaysia and is around 290 kilometres south-east of George Town. No journey is complete without seeing Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park.

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