Flying from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
3 hours 48 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Kuala Lumpur is 2 hours 30 minutes ahead of Colombo and operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
Every week, there are 268 flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. If you'd like to take off as early as possible, select the 00:05 Malaysia Airlines flight. If you're keen to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight from CMB to KUL is 23:00 with AirAsia.
Flying during a popular month like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
One simple journey from CMB to KUL is all it takes to get to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. There is a variety of airlines that run direct flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, including:
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between CMB and KUL include:
Chennai Airport
Changi International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Don't forget, you may need a visa to enter Malaysia. Visa regulations vary and travel documentation requirements change frequently. Before reserving your cheap ticket from CMB to KUL, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for current information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Bandaranaike International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is Rs35,582. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs50,302. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get cheap flights from CMB to KUL, reserve your journey 9 months ahead of the departure date.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Bandaranaike International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap flights from CMB to KUL. There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped. We'll update you when the price changes.
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Handy information about Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Bandaranaike International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 39 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour and 31 minutes.
Got an early flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near CMB:
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KUL instead:
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport to central Kuala Lumpur takes about 1 hour and 3 minutes in a car. It's approximately 64 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 4 hours and 29 minutes.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
August is the most popular month for flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Kuala Lumpur in February.
When booking your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Kuala Lumpur, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 33ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CMB to KUL in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC and 32ºC then.
More about Kuala Lumpur
If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the top stays in Kuala Lumpur right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from CMB to KUL:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park are attractions you won't want to skip in Kuala Lumpur.
For more flexibility when planning your journey, consider arriving or departing from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB). This international airport is another good option for travelling to and from Kuala Lumpur.
Complete your Kuala Lumpur trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Kuala Lumpur International Airport — now it's time to find a place to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Kuala Lumpur.
