Flying from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Penang International Airport (PEN): what you need to know
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're traveling during a peak period in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Penang International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between CMB and PEN include:
Changi International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Don't forget, you might need a visa to enter Malaysia. Visa requirements can differ and travel documentation requirements are constantly changing. Before reserving your cheap ticket from CMB to PEN, check with your carrier and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Penang International Airport (PEN)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Bandaranaike International Airport to Penang International Airport is C$190. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$348. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to get cheap flight tickets from CMB to PEN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flight tickets from Bandaranaike International Airport to Penang International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
Create a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from CMB to PEN. You don't need to search every day to see whether prices have fallen. We'll update you as soon as the price changes.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Penang International Airport. Enter your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Handy information about Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The journey from central Colombo to Bandaranaike International Airport takes about 1 hour and 31 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or hail a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 39 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Got an early flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Penang International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near CMB:
Arriving at Penang International Airport (PEN)
If you're on a late flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Penang International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near PEN:
Getting from Penang International Airport (PEN) to central George Town
From Penang International Airport, George Town is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 26 minutes to reach the center driving.
When to fly to Penang International Airport (PEN)
August is the busiest month for flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Penang International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to George Town in February.
The warmest month in George Town is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Penang International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 23ºC and 31ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from CMB to PEN sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about George Town
Start your George Town trip right by finding a great place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from CMB to PEN, browse our selection of hotel options including:
Penang Hill Station 45 and Penang Street Arts are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your George Town travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Pinang Peranakan Mansion.
Complete your George Town trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Penang International Airport — now it's time to find a great stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in George Town.