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Cheapest time to fly from Colombo to Malta

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available at the end of November. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.
week: 30 Nov - 6 Dec
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Flight Duration25 h and 5 mFlights between Colombo and Malta take, on average, 25 h and 5 m minutes, but the time can vary according to other factors
Origin airportBandaranaike International AirportWhen flying from Colombo to Malta
Destination airportLuqa International AirportFor the route from Colombo to Malta
High seasonMarchAccording to search data from our customers, March is the busiest time to fly from Colombo to Malta
One-way average Price£657The average price for a flight Colombo - Malta at Opodo is £657, based on the price of last 6 months
Best time to bookMayAccording to real data October is the most popular time to book a flight to Malta when departing from Colombo
Exchange rate
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Last checked on Thu 05/11
Distance: 4,562 mi
Colombo airports
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)How far from city centre: 17 mi
Malta airports
Luqa International Airport (MLA)How far from city centre: 3 mi

Book your Colombo to Malta flight

Search direct and connecting flights from Colombo to Malta (Malta) with Opodo. When your results appear, sort them by timing or fare and book whichever option fits your plans best.

Flying non-stop from Colombo to Malta takes roughly 14 h and 30 m, whereas journeys with a layover will take longer.

Airports and airlines on the Colombo–Malta route

Plan your trip with confidence by checking the relevant airports and comparing the airlines that fly this route.

  • Departure airport: Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
  • Arrival airport: Luqa International Airport (MLA)

Tips for cheaper flights from Colombo to Malta

A few ways to bring down the cost of your flight from Colombo to Malta:

  • Flexible dates: check fares across two or three departure days. Going a day earlier or later can make a real difference to what you pay.
  • Baggage allowance: see what's included in each fare before booking, so you're not stung by unexpected charges at the airport.
  • Airports on your route: double-check which airports you'll fly from and into, particularly if the city has more than one. It makes it easier to plan transfers and work out the full cost of getting around.

After a bigger saving? Book a Flight + Hotel package to combine the two in a single booking and unlock exclusive discounts on your stay in Malta. Adding car hire to the same booking can save you money too.

Frequently asked questions about flights from Colombo to Malta

On average, how much is the price of a flight from Colombo to Malta?
When you fly from Colombo to Malta the average price is £657. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.
How can I find cheap flights from Colombo to Malta at Opodo?
At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the cheapest flight available from Colombo to Malta. Considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys, our search engine works to provides always the best price with the best conditions.
When is the best time to book a flight from Colombo to Malta?
The most popular months to book a flight from Colombo to Malta are October, June and November, based on the searches of our customers.
When is the best time to travel from Colombo to Malta?
The best time of the year to go to Malta when flying from Colombo depends on several preference factors like climate, seasonality and, of course, price. When it comes to popularity, February is the top 1º month to fly to Malta from Colombo in terms of searches from our customer, followed by March and April. If you prefer to avoid high peaks of turism, however, and escape a crowded period, October, December and November are the months with less volume of searchs for the route Colombo - Malta.
How long does the flight take to go from Colombo to Malta?
The total flight time between Colombo and Malta is of around 25 h and 5 m on average, considering an average distance of 4,561.98 mi, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
Which airports have flights between Colombo and Malta?
The main airport route flying between Colombo and Malta is: Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Luqa International Airport(MLA). This route is covered by the following airline(s):

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