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Find the cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Colombo to Kuala Lumpur flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur

Alternative Colombo to Kuala Lumpur routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Colombo to Kuala Lumpur: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$214
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time3 hrs, 48 mins
Most popular airlineSriLankan Airlines
Average flights per week94

Finding cheap flights from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Kuala Lumpur: Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah and Kuala Lumpur International.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur is $214. 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.
3 hours and 48 minutes is the average flight time from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur.
SriLankan Airlines, Malaysia Airlines and Japan Airlines fly direct from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur.
There are 94 flights per week flying from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur, as of April 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Colombo, the cheapest airport near Kuala Lumpur is Kuala Lumpur International – which is 45.8 km away from the center of Kuala Lumpur. We've found flights to this airport from $214.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur on Saturday, June 21, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 48 minutes.
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 Kuala Lumpur 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 Kuala Lumpur is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 27°C. May is typically the warmest month in Kuala Lumpur, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 23°C. The rainiest month is November.
The cheapest airline that flies to Kuala Lumpur is AirAsia.

Traveling from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur: what you need to know

  • Planning your vacation begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Colombo. Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur taking off from here.

  • Arrive in Kuala Lumpur at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).

  • The average time for a direct Colombo to Kuala Lumpur flight is 3 hours 45 minutes.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your Colombo to Kuala Lumpur flight.

  • Heading away during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur is $125. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $214. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • Book two months before you want to travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Colombo to Kuala Lumpur flights.

  • May is the best month for landing an amazing deal on a plane ticket from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Locking in a cheap flight from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' Colombo to Kuala Lumpur flights.

Flying from Colombo

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • If you're after a direct flight from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur, you can depart from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Get from CMB to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) in one seamless journey.

  • You'll have your pick of airlines that offer direct Colombo to Kuala Lumpur plane tickets out of CMB. Get on board with any of these:

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your Colombo to Kuala Lumpur flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Bandaranaike International Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular options:

    • Changi International Airport (SIN)

    • Chennai Airport (MAA)

    • Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)

  • Located around 27 kilometers from the center of Colombo, CMB can be reached in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Want a convenient hotel close to Bandaranaike International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:

  • When it comes to Bandaranaike International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 75.71% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

Arriving in Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

  • Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur takes about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. The center is roughly 48 kilometers away.

  • It typically takes 1 hour to get there on public transport.

  • Consider booking a hotel close to KUL if you're coming in on a late flight from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Explore without limits with a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and venture far and wide through Kuala Lumpur and beyond.

  • Reserving your ride from Kuala Lumpur International Airport around four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.

Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)

  • As soon as your flight from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur has touched down, you can make your way to the city center in about 25 minutes by car. Central Kuala Lumpur is approximately 16 kilometers from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).

  • The trip will take approximately 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.

  • There are some great places to lay your head close to SZB. Settle in and get cozy after your Colombo to Kuala Lumpur flight at one of these perfectly located options:

  • Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or long cab lines. Grab a Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Check out the rates and availability from Sixt, WAHDAH and Agtran.

  • Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from SZB one week in advance often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.

Best time to go to Kuala Lumpur

  • It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur. August is the most popular month for a trip to Kuala Lumpur. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in February.

  • Lock in a Colombo to Kuala Lumpur ticket departing in March if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Kuala Lumpur to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Search for cheap flights from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.

More about Kuala Lumpur

Explore more of Malaysia

  • Kuala Lumpur has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Malaysia just waiting to be discovered. Around 338 kilometers north of Kuala Lumpur, a visit to Kota Bharu will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.

  • Another favorite destination in Malaysia, Kampung Baru Subang is roughly 18 kilometers west of Kuala Lumpur. Make time for highlights including Simflightkl.

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