Sepang to Colombo (KUL–CMB) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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KUL–CMB is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. Malaysia Airlines, SriLankan Airlines and AirAsia lead the route. The flight covers 1,533 miles in approximately 3h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MH Malaysia Airlines Also: JL | 24 | 320, 32B, 73H, 7M8 | 3h25-3h30 | – | Oneworld | JL |
| UL SriLankan Airlines Also: JL | 14 | 320, 32B | 3h30 | – | Oneworld | JL |
| AK AirAsia | 7 | 320 | 3h30 | – | – | – |
| OD Batik Air Malaysia | 5 | 738 | 3h30 | – | – | – |
| W2 Flexflight | 4 | 320 | 3h45 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Colombo from Sepang
| Metric | KUL→CMB | SIN→CMB |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from KUL | – | 185 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 9 |
| Weekly flights | 61 | 102 |
| Flight time | 3h 30m | 3h 45m |
Travel Essentials
KUL: +08 · CMB: +0530
When it's 6:00 PM in Sepang, it's 3.5:00 PM in Colombo.
Malaysian passport holders receive a free 30-day tourist visa for Sri Lanka. An Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) must be obtained before arrival through the official portal (eta.gov.lk). No fee applies for Malaysian citizens. The ETA grants double-entry privileges within the 30-day window. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. Extensions can be applied for online.
KLIA Ekspres train runs non-stop from KL Sentral to KLIA in 28 minutes (RM55 one-way). KLIA Transit (slightly slower, RM55, stops at three intermediate stations) also serves the airport. Both run from 5am to midnight, every 15–20 minutes. Road from central KL takes 45–90 minutes depending on traffic.
The airport is 50km south of central KL. Taxis and Grab from the city cost RM50–80. Budget Terminal KLIA2 (AirAsia hub) is a separate building served by the same rail link.
KUL–CMB Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from KUL to CMB
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB) are connected by nonstop service from Malaysia Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, AirAsia, Batik Air Malaysia and Flexflight. With 61 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
KUL to CMB Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from KUL to CMB is about 3 hours 30 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,533 miles (2,467 km). There are approximately 61 weekly flights outbound and 63 return, totaling 124 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Singapore Changi, Suvarnabhumi and Chennai. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Singapore (SIN).