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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Milan Malpensa to Colombo? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Colombo.P34,860 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Mar, returning Wed, 18 Mar.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Milan Malpensa on Mon, 9 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 18 Mar, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From P34,860, select.
Colombo.P35,882 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep, returning Mon, 21 Sep.Return flight with Wizz Air Malta and Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Milan Malpensa on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From P35,882, select.
Colombo.P35,947 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Apr, returning Tue, 14 Apr.Return flight with Wizz Air Malta and Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Milan Malpensa on Tue, 7 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 14 Apr, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From P35,947, select.
Colombo.P37,947 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov, returning Tue, 24 Nov.Return flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Milan Malpensa on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From P37,947, select.
Colombo.P39,339 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Mar, returning Wed, 1 Apr.Return flight with Wizz Air Malta and Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Milan Malpensa on Sun, 15 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From P39,339, select.
Colombo.P39,660 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Mar, returning Thu, 7 May.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Milan Malpensa on Mon, 23 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 7 May, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From P39,660, select.
Colombo.P39,690 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 May, returning Sat, 16 May.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Milan Malpensa on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 16 May, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From P39,690, select.
Colombo.P39,691 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Apr, returning Thu, 7 May.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Milan Malpensa on Thu, 23 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 7 May, arriving in Milan Malpensa.Price includes taxes and charges.From P39,691, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Milan Malpensa to Colombo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Milan Malpensa to Colombo flights are currently cheapest in March.
Feb
from P45,922
Mar
from P34,860
Apr
from P35,947
May
from P39,690
Jun
from P40,285
Jul
from P44,371
Aug
from P43,003
Sep
from P35,882
Oct
from P40,124
Nov
from P37,947
Dec
from P40,447
Jan
from P40,702

Alternative Milan Malpensa to Colombo routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Milan Malpensa to Colombo? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Kelaniya

10km from central Colombo
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Colombo Ratmalana

13km from central Colombo
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Colombo Bandaranayake

27km from central Colombo
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from P34,860
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Bentota River

52km from central Colombo
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Katugastota

72km from central Colombo
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Milan to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP34,860
Cheapest month to flyMarch

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Finding cheap flights from Milan Malpensa to Colombo: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Colombo: Kelaniya, Colombo Ratmalana, Colombo Bandaranayake, Bentota River, and Katugastota.
The best price we found for a return flight from Milan Malpensa to Colombo is P34,860. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Milan Malpensa to Colombo. But we found flights with one or more stops from P34,860.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Milan Malpensa to Colombo.
The cheapest month to fly from Milan Malpensa to Colombo is usually March.
If you're flying from Milan Malpensa Airport, the cheapest airport near Colombo is Colombo Bandaranayake – which is 27.5 km away from the centre of Colombo. We've found flights into this airport from P34,860.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Milan Malpensa Airport to Colombo on Monday, 9 March 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Milan Malpensa Airport and Colombo. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Colombo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Colombo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In February, the average temperature is usually around 27°C. May is typically the warmest month in Colombo, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is November.
Currently, China Eastern offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo.

Flying from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Colombo: what you need to know

  • Milano Malpensa Airport is located in Milan. Based in the UTC+5:30 timezone, Colombo is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Milan.

  • For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your MXP to Colombo flight.

  • Taking off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for plane tickets from MXP to Colombo, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

    • Kuwait International Airport (KWI)

  • Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Milan, MXP can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.

  • Looking for a hotel close to MXP? If you're boarding an early flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Colombo, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:

  • Of the flights that depart from Milano Malpensa Airport, 68.23% land on time at their destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Colombo

  • P13,827 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Milano Malpensa Airport to Colombo flight. A return ticket right now is P34,860. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.

  • To find cheap flights from MXP to Colombo, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.

  • Finding cheap tickets from Milano Malpensa Airport to Colombo is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to access the best prices across every month and snap up a fantastic deal.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from MXP to Colombo is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.

  • Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Colombo by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

  • Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) is around 16 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes roughly 40 minutes.

  • It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes to get there using public transport.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Colombo, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near RML:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is about 32 kilometres from central Colombo. Once you've disembarked your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Colombo, it'll take you around 40 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so.

  • After stepping off your MXP to Colombo flight, settle in at a hotel near CMB. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:

  • The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and make a speedy getaway.

  • Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride two weeks before your arrival at CMB can land you a better rate.

Best time to go to Colombo

  • Visit Colombo during peak season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Colombo in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.

  • The warmest month in Colombo is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Milano Malpensa Airport to Colombo plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • January has average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from MXP to Colombo around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Colombo

  • After booking your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Colombo, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Colombo:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are highlights which should feature on every Colombo itinerary.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

  • You've seen Colombo, now it's time to explore more of Sri Lanka. Journey about 306 kilometres north to Jaffna to tick off its leading sights. From Jaffna Fort to Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Trincomalee is another essential stop in Sri Lanka and is around 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo. No journey is complete without experiencing Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.

Plan the rest of your trip from Milan to Colombo

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