Question 1

How long is the flight from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur typically takes around 4 hours 15 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, you should allow more time. Typical one-stop journeys take around 14 hours 55 minutes. For the quickest journey, a direct flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there direct flights from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are direct flights from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur, although not necessarily every day. On average, around 12 to 13 flights per week are available. If you have flexibility with your travel dates, you will find it easier to secure a suitable direct connection.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur are operated by, among others, SriLankan Airlines, AirAsia Berhad and Malaysia Airlines. There are also connecting flights with one stop, for example with Singapore Airlines (via Singapore), Emirates (via Dubai) and Air India (via Delhi). If a short travel time matters to you, a direct flight is usually the most convenient option. Connecting flights often give you more choice of departure times and airlines.

Question 4

On which days are there direct flights from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur operate daily. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day has no direct service, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.

Question 5

How many flights are there per day from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur?

Accepted Answer

On the route from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur there are on average around 1 to 2 flights per day. The number of services can vary by day of the week and season. If you are flexible with your dates, it is worth comparing several departure days.

Question 6

How many flights per week are there from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur?

Accepted Answer

On the route from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur there are around 12 to 13 flights per week. The number of services can vary depending on the season and day of the week. If you have flexibility, it is worth looking at several departure days to find the best option.

Question 7

When does the first flight from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest direct flight from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur usually departs at 00:40. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are particularly useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in Kuala Lumpur.

Question 8

When does the last flight from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur depart?

Accepted Answer

The last direct flight from Colombo to Kuala Lumpur usually departs at 22:50. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a direct flight, as a connecting service could push the arrival time significantly later.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
Colombo Kuala Lumpur	Outbound 04/11/26 1 Stopover (DEL) AI0282, AI2384 11h 10min	Return -	Air India		£117
Colombo Kuala Lumpur	Outbound 06/10/26 direct AK0044 03h 40min	Return 23/10/26 direct AK0047 03h 35min	AirAsia Berhad		£149
Best option Colombo Kuala Lumpur	Outbound 06/10/26 direct AK0046 03h 35min	Return 23/10/26 direct AK0045 03h 30min	AirAsia Berhad		£153
Colombo Kuala Lumpur	Outbound 06/07/26 1 Stopover (DEL) AI0278, AI2384 26h 05min	Return 03/08/26 direct OD0297 03h 30min	Air India		£185
Colombo Kuala Lumpur	Outbound 06/10/26 direct AK0044 03h 40min	Return 23/10/26 direct AK0045 03h 30min	AirAsia Berhad		£154
Colombo Kuala Lumpur	Outbound 06/10/26 direct AK0046 03h 35min	Return 23/10/26 direct AK0045 03h 30min	AirAsia Berhad	?	£157
Colombo Kuala Lumpur	Outbound 06/10/26 direct AK0046 03h 35min	Return 23/10/26 direct AK0047 03h 35min	AirAsia Berhad	?	£182
Colombo Kuala Lumpur	Outbound 03/08/26 direct AK0046 03h 35min	Return 20/08/26 direct OD0297 03h 30min	AirAsia Berhad		£189
Colombo Kuala Lumpur	Outbound 03/08/26 direct AK0044 03h 40min	Return 20/08/26 direct AK0047 03h 35min	AirAsia Berhad		£191
Colombo Kuala Lumpur	Outbound 03/08/26 direct AK0044 03h 40min	Return 20/08/26 direct AK0047 03h 35min	AirAsia Berhad		£193

Cheapest outbound flight from	£116.90
Outbound and return from	£148.99
Flight duration	min. 03:40 / max. 03:50
Return flight duration	min. 03:25/ max. 03:30
Distance	2470 km
Flights per week	40
Departure airport	Airport Colombo (CMB)
Departure country	Flights from Sri Lanka
Arrival airport	Airport Kuala Lumpur (KUL)
Destination country	Flights to Malaysia
Departure country - Arrival airport	Sri Lanka - Kuala Lumpur
Departure airport - Destination country	Colombo - Malaysia

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