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Cheap flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

MXP — CMB
18 Oct — 25 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Milan Malpensa to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in June or May, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Malpensa to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Malpensa (MXP) to Colombo (CMB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 18 September 2025.

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June

Average price

£549
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Best time to book a flight from Malpensa to Colombo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Malpensa to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

Booking 71 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £812). Flying from Milan Malpensa Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,292). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MXP to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from Malpensa to Colombo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 September 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Milan Malpensa Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 21% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Colombo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Colombo. Reviews last updated 18 September 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, such as Emirates, Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,339 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,339 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,339 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,622 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,339 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,251 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,339 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sept 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Milan Malpensa Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?

    Flying on Etihad Airways is currently your cheapest option to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, with prices starting at £448. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Qatar Airways and Emirates, with the lowest prices starting at £552 and £773, respectively. You may be able to fly from Milan Malpensa Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for 23% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Malpensa to Colombo that include hotel bookings?

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  • How can I find direct flights from Malpensa to Colombo?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Malpensa to Colombo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Malpensa to Colombo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £812). Flying from Milan Malpensa Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,292). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Malpensa to Colombo

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Malpensa to Colombo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 18 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest£448Average£522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£552Average£604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest£773Average£1,278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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