Sepang to Colombo (KUL–CMB) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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AK45
AK AirAsia
320
9:05 AM
+08 T2
10:20 AM
+0530
3h 45m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AK47
AK AirAsia
320
8:50 PM
+08 T2
9:50 PM
+0530
3h 30m
M T W T F S S
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MH179
MH Malaysia
73H
10:35 PM
+08 T1
11:35 PM
+0530
3h 30m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UL318
UL SriLankan
320
1:05 AM
+0530
7:20 AM
+08
3h 45m
M T W T F S S
Prices
MH178
MH Malaysia
73H
1:12 AM
+0530
7:24 AM
+08
3h 42m
M T W T F S S
Prices
8D721
8D FitsAir
320
3:30 AM
+0530
9:50 AM
+08
3h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UL314
UL SriLankan
320
7:40 AM
+0530
1:55 PM
+08
3h 45m
M T W T F S S
Prices
FY7382
FY Firefly
73H
9:10 AM
+0530
12:25 PM
+08
0h 45m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AK44
AK AirAsia
320
11:00 AM
+0530
5:04 PM
+08
3h 34m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AK46
AK AirAsia
320
10:50 PM
+0530
5:00 AM+1
+08
3h 40m
M T W T F S S
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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Sepang to Colombo
2 carriers, 21 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 21 Flights/wk 1,533 mi 3h 30m nonstop -2.5h behind 23 1-stop hubs

KUL–CMB is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. AirAsia and Malaysia Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,533 miles in approximately 3h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 23 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop KUL–CMB service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
AK AirAsia 14 320 3h30-3h45
MH Malaysia Airlines 7 73H 3h30 Oneworld
Aircraft on this route
320 Airbus A320 – AK
73H Boeing 737-800 – MH
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: AK (14 flights/wk, 67%)
Oneworld: MH (7 flights/wk, 33%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, KUL to CMB direction.
Mon
3
flights
Tue
3
flights
Wed
3
flights
Thu
3
flights
Fri
3
flights
Sat
3
flights
Sun
3
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
3
Nonstop flights
21
Outbound / wk
47
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for KUL to CMB.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
23
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~30h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
998
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Other ways to reach Colombo from Sepang

Nearby airports with service to Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport.
Metric KUL→CMB SIN→CMB
Distance from KUL 185 mi
Nonstop airlines 2 2
Weekly flights 21 28
Flight time 3h 30m 3h 50m
Airports within 200 miles of KUL with service to Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-2.5h
Colombo is 2.5 hours behind Sepang.
KUL: +08 · CMB: +0530

When it's 6:00 PM in Sepang, it's 3.5:00 PM in Colombo.
Distance & Flight Time
1,533 mi / 2,467 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 30m to 3h 45m.
Visa & Entry

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.

Getting to KUL

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

Key statistics for the Sepang to Colombo route.
Route details
Distance1,533 mi / 2,467 km
Flight time3h 30m to 3h 45m
Time difference-2.5 hours
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights21 out / 47 return
1-stop connections23 hubs
Origin: KUL
IATA / ICAOKUL / WMKK
TimezoneAsia/Kuala_Lumpur
Passengers/yr57.1M
Elevation69 ft / 21 m
Destination: CMB
IATA / ICAOCMB / VCBI
TimezoneAsia/Colombo
Passengers/yr8.8M
Elevation30 ft / 9 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about KUL to CMB flights.
Nonstop flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport take approximately 3h 30m to 3h 45m. The route covers 1,533 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: AirAsia and Malaysia Airlines.
There are approximately 21 nonstop flights per week from KUL to CMB. The return direction has about 47 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through TRZ, COK, DMK, MCT, HKG, MAA, MLE, SIN, SHJ, DEL, BOM, BLR, HYD, DAC, CAN, KMG, CKG, AUH, BKK, DXB, DOH, PVG and MEL. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Colombo is 2.5 hours behind Sepang.
Yes, return flights from CMB to KUL are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include SIN. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from KUL to CMB

Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB) are connected by nonstop service from AirAsia and Malaysia Airlines. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.

KUL to CMB Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from KUL to CMB ranges from 3 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,533 miles (2,467 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 47 return, totaling 68 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

23 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via TRZ. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Singapore (SIN).