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Flight deals from Shanghai Pudong to Colombo Bandaranayake

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai Pudong to Colombo Bandaranayake? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Colombo.R 2,446 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Sep.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,446, select.
Colombo.R 2,464 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Dec.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,464, select.
Colombo.R 2,469 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Aug.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,469, select.
Colombo.R 2,951 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Oct.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,951, select.
Colombo.R 2,973 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Jun.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 17 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,973, select.
Colombo.R 3,026 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Jul.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 30 Jul, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,026, select.
Colombo.R 3,071 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Nov.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,071, select.
Colombo.R 3,689 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 May.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 31 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,689, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Colombo Bandaranayake

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shanghai Pudong to Colombo Bandaranayake flights are currently cheapest in September.
May
from R 3,700
Jun
from R 2,982
Jul
from R 3,035
Aug
from R 2,477
Sep
from R 2,453
Oct
from R 2,960
Nov
from R 3,081
Dec
from R 2,472
Jan
from R 3,728
Feb
from R 4,159
Mar
from R 3,903
Apr
from R 6,373

Direct flights from Shanghai Pudong to Colombo Bandaranayake

Shanghai Pudong to Colombo Bandaranayake: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Shanghai Pudong to Colombo below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Colombo Bandaranayake.

Shanghai to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,453
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time7 hrs, 12 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week10

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai Pudong to Colombo Bandaranayake: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai Pudong to Colombo Bandaranayake is R 5,797. 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.
7 hours and 12 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai Pudong to Colombo Bandaranayake.
China Eastern and SriLankan Airlines fly direct from Shanghai Pudong to Colombo Bandaranayake.
As of May 2025, there are 10 flights per week flying from Shanghai Pudong to Colombo Bandaranayake.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Colombo Bandaranayake is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport on Friday, 20 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 12 minutes.
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 Bandaranayake 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.
Currently, AirAsia X and SriLankan Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Colombo Bandaranayake.

Flying from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know

  • Around 7 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport.

  • Colombo is two hours 30 minutes behind Shanghai and is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.

  • You can choose from 16 weekly Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flights. The 00:20 departure with SriLankan Airlines is the earliest flight available. China Eastern Airlines operates the last service of the day at 14:25.

  • To ensure you catch your PVG to CMB flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • You can expect longer lines in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

  • China Eastern Airlines offers direct flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Colombo — and maybe even more of Sri Lanka if you have time.

  • The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is China Eastern Airlines.

  • China Eastern Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers PVG to CMB flights. An exceptional 97.06% of its departures on this route arrive on time.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between PVG and CMB:

    • Hong Kong International Airport

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Currently, R 2,453 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 5,797. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.

  • Score cheap tickets from PVG to CMB by booking eight months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from PVG to CMB is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when fares go down.

  • Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport.

Handy information about Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CMB instead:

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and see more of Colombo and beyond.

  • Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Bandaranaike International Airport about two weeks before your departure date.

Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo

  • Bandaranaike International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Colombo. The drive time takes about 40 minutes.

  • Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.

When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is April, while February is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Colombo based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • Lock in your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport for March if you want to go to Colombo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from PVG to CMB in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.

Explore more of Sri Lanka

  • Moratuwa is just one of the many places in Sri Lanka waiting to be explored after you've experienced Colombo. Around 18 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Boat House, Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum.

  • Around 306 kilometres north of Colombo, Jaffna is another essential stop in Sri Lanka. Start your sightseeing at Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.

Plan the rest of your trip from Shanghai to Colombo

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