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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 2,664 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 May.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 6 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,664, select.
Colombo.R 2,664 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Nov.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 25 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,664, select.
Colombo.R 2,706 per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Jun.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 21 Jun, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,706, select.
Colombo.R 2,728 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Jul.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 14 Jul, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,728, select.
Colombo.R 2,829 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Oct.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 29 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,829, select.
Colombo.R 2,949 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 2,949, select.
Colombo.R 3,543 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Apr.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 9 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,543, select.
Colombo.R 3,779 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Sep.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,779, 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 May.
Mar
from R 4,208
Apr
from R 3,543
May
from R 2,664
Jun
from R 2,706
Jul
from R 2,728
Aug
from R 3,860
Sep
from R 3,779
Oct
from R 2,829
Nov
from R 2,664
Dec
from R 2,949
Jan
from R 4,896
Feb
from R 6,267

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 2,661
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time7 hrs, 20 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week11

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 5,339. 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 20 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 March 2025, there are 11 flights per week flying from Shanghai Pudong to Colombo Bandaranayake.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Pudong to Colombo Bandaranayake is usually March 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 Saturday, 10 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 20 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

  • A direct flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport takes an average of 7 hours 12 minutes. The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30, which makes it 2 hours 30 minutes behind Shanghai.

  • Each week, there are 16 flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. If you want to take off as early as possible, go for the 00:20 SriLankan Airlines flight. If you're keen to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight from PVG to CMB is 21:20 with China Eastern Airlines.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • Getting to Colombo (and then discovering more of Sri Lanka!) is easy with SriLankan Airlines. This popular airline runs direct flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport.

  • We make it a breeze to get a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between PVG and CMB include:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport

    • Hong Kong International Airport

  • To see if you need a visa to enter Sri Lanka, contact your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with the most current information, including additional travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from PVG to CMB.

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

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport is R 2,664. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 5,339. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • To score cheap tickets from PVG to CMB, book your trip 11 months ahead of your departure date.

  • July is the cheapest month for tickets from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll let you know straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for cheap tickets from PVG to CMB every day.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. Enter your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.

Handy information about Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • To reach Shanghai Pudong International Airport from central Shanghai, it takes around 49 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near PVG. Whether you have an early flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo

  • From Bandaranaike International Airport, Colombo is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 39 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It takes around 1 hour and 31 minutes to get there by public transport.

When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Colombo. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Colombo is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • January has average temperatures of between 22ºC and 32ºC. Look for cheap tickets from PVG to CMB around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Colombo

  • After locking in your flights from PVG to CMB, you'll want to find a hotel in Colombo. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting city:

  • Gangaramaya Temple and Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Colombo to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Viharamahadevi Park.

Complete your Colombo trip with hotels and a car rental

  • Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Bandaranaike International Airport, explore our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Colombo holiday.

Plan the rest of your trip from Shanghai to Colombo

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