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Flights from Colombo to Penang
There are no direct flights from Colombo to Penang. The easiest way is one stop via Kuala Lumpur or Chennai, about 5h 59m door to door.
No direct flights · 3 connection options From 5h 59m
Colombo to Penang at a glance
Fastest journey5h 59mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Kuala Lumpur or Chennai
Best ways to fly from Colombo to Penang
Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.
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CMB Kuala Lumpur (KUL) PEN
Leg 1: AirAsia, Batik Air Malaysia, FitsAir · Leg 2: Batik Air Malaysia, Firefly
Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.
Good to know
- Distance
- 2,268 km1,408 miles
- Journey time
- 5h 59mestimate
- Time difference
- +2.5hPenang vs Colombo
- Currency in Penang
- MYR
- Airports
- CMB → PEN
Flights from Colombo to Penang: questions answered
Are there direct flights from Colombo to Penang?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Kuala Lumpur, Chennai and Bangkok. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Colombo to Penang?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 5h 59m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 2,268 km.
Where do you change planes between Colombo and Penang?
The best connecting points are Kuala Lumpur (KUL), Chennai (MAA) and Bangkok (DMK). AirAsia flies both legs via Kuala Lumpur, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Colombo and Penang?
Colombo: Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB). Penang: Penang International Airport (PEN).
What is the time difference between Colombo and Penang?
Penang is 2.5 hours ahead of Colombo.
