What is the cheapest way to get from Colombo to Penang?

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Penang is to fly which costs RM 650 - RM 1500 and takes 6h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colombo to Penang?

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Penang is to fly which takes 6h 1m and costs RM 650 - RM 1500.

How far is it from Colombo to Penang?

The distance between Colombo and Penang is 2295 km.

How long does it take to get from Colombo to Penang?

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Colombo to Penang, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Colombo and Penang?

Penang is 2h 30m ahead of Colombo. It is currently 5:53 PM in Colombo and 8:23 PM in Penang.

Where can I stay near Penang?

There are 2411+ hotels available in Penang.

Colombo to Penang - 2 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 2 ways to get from Colombo to Penang by plane or train

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Fly to Penang International Airport
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1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Penang International Airport (PEN)plane CMB - PEN
6h 1m
RM 661–1,431
Fly to Alor Setar, train
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Alor Setar (AOR)plane CMB - AOR
2. Take the train from Anak Bukit to Tasek Gelugortrain
8h 3m
RM 932–2,684

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Penang International Airport (PEN) flights

67Weekly Planes

7h 58mAverage Duration

RM 737Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,294.7 km
Duration: 6h 1m

What companies run services between Colombo, Sri Lanka and Penang, Malaysia?

AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, and seven other airlines fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Penang International Airport (PEN) every 3 hours.

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