Airline

Panafrican Airways (PQ)

Panafrican Airways connects major destinations across the African continent with reliable, comfortable, and affordable flights. Experience warm hospitality and seamless regional travel whether flying for business or leisure.

Why travelers choose Panafrican Airways

  • Extensive Pan-African route network connecting major regional hubs
  • Complimentary in-flight refreshments and meals on select routes
  • Modern, well-maintained aircraft fleet
  • Warm, authentic African hospitality and dedicated customer service

Fare families

Economy Standard

An affordable, value-packed fare ideal for budget-conscious travelers needing essential services without compromising comfort.

  • 1 Cabin bag (7kg)
  • 1 Checked bag (23kg)
  • Standard seat assignment at check-in
  • Complimentary snacks and beverages
  • Ticket changes permitted for a fee

Economy Flex

Enjoy peace of mind with added flexibility, including free flight changes and extra baggage allowance for your journey.

  • 1 Cabin bag (7kg)
  • 2 Checked bags (23kg each)
  • Advanced seat selection
  • No change fees (fare difference may apply)
  • Priority boarding

Business Class

Experience premium comfort with exclusive priority ground services, luxury lounge access, and superior in-flight dining.

  • 2 Cabin bags (7kg each)
  • 2 Checked bags (32kg each)
  • Premium airport lounge access
  • Dedicated priority check-in and boarding
  • Gourmet multi-course meals
  • Fully refundable and changeable tickets

Key policies

Baggage allowance

Economy Class includes 1 cabin bag (up to 7kg) and 1 checked bag (up to 23kg). Business Class passengers are permitted 2 checked bags (up to 32kg each) and 2 cabin bags.

Change policy

Ticket modifications are subject to fare rules. Flexible and Business Class fares allow changes with no penalty, while Economy Standard fares incur a change fee plus any applicable fare difference.

Check-in

Online check-in is available from 24 hours up to 2 hours before departure. Airport check-in counters open 3 hours prior and close strictly 60 minutes before scheduled departure.

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Colombo (CMB) network

Panafrican Airways operating flights touching CMB

Sample operating pattern; confirm exact days and times during booking.

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From Colombo (CMB)

CMB → DXB

Flight PQ 203 • Daily

4h 15m
08:55 → 12:10 Nonstop, morning departure

CMB → SIN

Flight PQ 468 • Daily

4h 30m
10:45 → 17:45 Nonstop, widebody

CMB → LHR

Flight PQ 503 • Mon / Wed / Fri

11h 15m
13:10 → 20:25 1 stop via hub

To Colombo (CMB)

DXB → CMB

Flight PQ 204 • Daily

4h 15m
14:20 → 20:35 Nonstop, evening arrival

SIN → CMB

Flight PQ 469 • Daily

3h 40m
19:20 → 21:00 Nonstop, premium-heavy

LHR → CMB

Flight PQ 504 • Tue / Thu / Sat

10h 45m
21:55 → 12:40+1 1 stop via hub