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Everything you should know

Cheapest return flight
£884
Typical prices: £249-£294
Etihad Airways
Sat 17/11Fri 23/11
CMB - PEN • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£174
Typical prices: £141-£188
AirAsia
Mon 15/1
CMB - PEN • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and Penang. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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November
Cheapest • 14% price drop
February
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL)
Cheapest • Avg £273 (return)
Singapore Changi (SIN)
Shortest trip • 8h 16m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Colombo to Penang (CMB-PEN)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Colombo to Penang

Tue, 17 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
Etihad Airways Logo
04:00 - 13:25CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-PEN Penang Intl
30h 55m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl
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14:20 - 08:10PEN  Penang Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
20h 20m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
£884Etihad Airways
Wed, 18 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
Emirates Logo
23:00 - 13:25CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-PEN Penang Intl
35h 55m2 stops Dubai Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl
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14:20 - 18:25PEN  Penang Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
30h 35m3 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Dubai Intl Male
£1,009Emirates
Sun, 29 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec
Emirates Logo
20:15 - 13:25CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-PEN Penang Intl
38h 40m3 stops Male Dubai Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl
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18:30 - 18:25PEN  Penang Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
50h 25m3 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Dubai Intl Male
£1,108Emirates
Sun, 29 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec
Emirates Logo
09:55 - 13:25CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-PEN Penang Intl
25h 00m2 stops Dubai Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl
Emirates Logo
14:20 - 15:55PEN  Penang Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
52h 05m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Dubai Intl
£1,873Emirates
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Penang flights

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How much is a return flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Penang?

Return flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Penang typically range from £249 to £294. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £884 on Etihad Airways.

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Key details for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Penang flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

£174
Beat the crowds with an average 70% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 36% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Penang

When to book flights from Colombo to Penang

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Colombo to Penang based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Penang flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Penang?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Penang.

  • How long is a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Penang?

    A direct flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Penang takes 00m, covering 1,406 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Penang?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Penang flight?

    Return flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Penang range from £249 to £294, with an average of £271 over the past 12 months. Anything below £249 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Penang changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £884 to £1,873. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Penang looking right now?

    One-way fares from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Penang are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £282, which is 80% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Penang Intl Airport (PEN)?

    Penang Intl Airport (PEN) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging £28 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Paradise
    • GREEN MOTION
    • keddy by Europcar
    • Xdrive Mobility
    • Galaxy Asia Car Rental

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Penang?

    Flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Penang usually depart from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) and arrive at Penang Intl (PEN).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Penang pass through?

    Connecting flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Penang most commonly pass through:

    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) – 55% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 45% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Penang?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Penang. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £243 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £331, a difference of £88.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Penang?

    Flying via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 6h 49m, compared to 8h 16m via Singapore Changi (SIN).

  • What is the time difference between Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and Penang?

    Penang is 2 hours ahead of Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (Malaysia Time vs India Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Penang flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average £243, about £88 less than Sunday fares (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Penang trip for November. Fares historically average £234 return in that month – typically £352 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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