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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Madinah to Colombo? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Colombo.R 2,173 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 Aug.One-way flight with Kuwait Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kuwait Airways, departs from Madinah on Thu, 20 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,173, select.
Colombo.R 2,225 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 May.One-way flight with Kuwait Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kuwait Airways, departs from Madinah on Mon, 11 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,225, select.
Colombo.R 2,337 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Feb.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Madinah on Thu, 19 Feb, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,337, select.
Colombo.R 2,431 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Apr.One-way flight with Kuwait Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kuwait Airways, departs from Madinah on Thu, 16 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,431, select.
Colombo.R 2,744 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Mar.One-way flight with Flynas.Outbound indirect flight with Flynas, departs from Madinah on Mon, 2 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,744, select.
Colombo.R 2,793 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Jul.One-way flight with SalamAir.Outbound indirect flight with SalamAir, departs from Madinah on Thu, 2 Jul, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,793, select.
Colombo.R 3,135 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Madinah on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,135, select.
Colombo.R 3,447 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Jun.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Madinah on Sun, 14 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,447, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Madinah to Colombo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Madinah to Colombo flights are currently cheapest in August.
Feb
from R 2,337
Mar
from R 2,744
Apr
from R 2,431
May
from R 2,225
Jun
from R 3,447
Jul
from R 2,793
Aug
from R 2,173
Sep
from R 4,341
Oct
from R 3,135
Nov
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Direct flights from Madinah to Colombo

Alternative Madinah to Colombo routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Madinah 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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Bentota River

52km from central Colombo
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Katugastota

72km from central Colombo
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Madinah to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,173
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time6 hrs
Most popular airlineSaudia
Average flights per week2

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Finding cheap flights from Madinah 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 Madinah to Colombo is R 4,637. 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.
6 hours is the average flight time from Madinah to Colombo.
Saudia flies direct from Madinah to Colombo.
As of February 2026, there are 2 flights per week flying from Madinah to Colombo.
The cheapest month to fly from Madinah to Colombo is usually February.
If you're flying from Madinah 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 R 4,637.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Madinah Airport to Colombo on Friday, 27 February 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours.
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, Air Arabia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo.

Flying from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to Colombo: what you need to know

  • Colombo is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Madinah, where Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport is located. Colombo runs on the UTC+5:30 timezone.

  • Leave enough time to make your MED to Colombo flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Planning to travel during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for flight tickets from MED to Colombo, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

    • King Khaled International Airport (RUH)

  • Travelling from central Madinah to MED takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Searching for a hotel near MED? If you're boarding an early flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Colombo, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:

  • Of all flights departing from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, 77.98% touch down on time at their destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to Colombo

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Colombo flight is R 2,173. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 4,637. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap flights from MED to Colombo, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Colombo throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.

  • There's no need to keep looking every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from MED to Colombo.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Colombo.

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

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

  • Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • If you have a late flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Colombo, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near RML:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Once your flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Colombo has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Colombo is roughly 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).

  • The trip will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.

  • There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near CMB. Settle in and get cosy after your MED to Colombo flight at one of these perfectly located options:

  • Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion and Sixt make picking up a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car quick and easy. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.

  • Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride two weeks before your arrival at CMB will help you stay within budget.

Best time to go to Colombo

  • Visit Colombo in peak season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Colombo during the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.

  • The warmest month in Colombo is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Colombo flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

  • Search for cheap tickets from MED to Colombo in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.

More about Colombo

  • After booking your flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Colombo, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Colombo:

  • All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall, Gangaramaya Temple and Viharamahadevi Park are must-do's during your Colombo adventure.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

  • You've visited Colombo, now it's time to explore more of Sri Lanka. Travel about 306 kilometres north to Jaffna to tick off its top sights. From Jaffna Fort to Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Around 241 kilometres north-east of Colombo, Trincomalee is another favourite stop in Sri Lanka. No visit is complete without checking out Koneswaram Temple, Fort Frederick and Marble Beach.

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