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$233+ Cheap flights from Hongqiao Intl, China (SHA) to Bandaranaike Intl (CMB)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — CMB
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Hongqiao Intl to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hongqiao Intl (SHA) to Colombo (CMB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$407
(Cathay Pacific)

One-way from

$233
(Cathay Pacific)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$454
From Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($39 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Hongqiao Intl to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hongqiao Intl to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/121:20 pmSHA - CMB
1 stop12h 40mCathay Pacific
Thu 9/1812:50 amCMB - SHA
1 stop12h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/29$407
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/183:50 pmSHA - CMB
2 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/3110:55 pmCMB - SHA
3 stops33h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$504
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/189:45 amSHA - CMB
2 stops13h 55mChina Eastern
Sun 8/3110:10 pmCMB - SHA
1 stop13h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 7/29$581
This China Southern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure China Southern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/309:50 pmSHA - CMB
2 stops44h 20mChina Southern
Tue 10/710:15 pmCMB - SHA
2 stops32h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 7/26$1,793

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Hongqiao Intl

Fly to

Colombo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiColombo

SHA - CMB

SHACMB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 9/12

1:20 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop12h 40m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 9/18

12:50 am-3:35 pm

1 stop12h 15m

$407

ShanghaiColombo

SHA - CMB

SHACMB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 8/18

3:50 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops32h 35m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 8/31

10:55 pm-11:20 am

3 stops33h 55m

$504

ShanghaiColombo

SHA - CMB

SHACMB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 8/18

9:45 am-9:10 pm

2 stops13h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Sun 8/31

10:10 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop13h 25m

$581

ShanghaiColombo

SHA - CMB

SHACMB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 9/30

9:50 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops44h 20m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tue 10/7

10:15 pm-9:20 am

2 stops32h 35m

$1,793

ShanghaiColombo

SHA - CMB

SHACMB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 10/16

10:30 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop27h 30m

$233

ShanghaiColombo

SHA - CMB

SHACMB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 10/16

7:55 am-11:30 pm

2 stops18h 05m

$2,969

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Deals found on 7/29

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,049). Flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,788). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SHA to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from Hongqiao Intl to Colombo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

When flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 10% versus a flight at noon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Colombo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Colombo. Reviews last updated July 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Cathay Pacific, China Southern, and China Eastern from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
948 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Steve,Jun 2025

DFW - HKG

Very rude stewardess lied about the food then argued about it very unprofessional
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
948 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
948 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Steve,Jun 2025

DFW - HKG

Very rude stewardess lied about the food then argued about it very unprofessional
China Southern
7.6
Good
103 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
948 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Steve,Jun 2025

DFW - HKG

Very rude stewardess lied about the food then argued about it very unprofessional
China Eastern
7.2
Good
158 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
948 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Steve,Jun 2025

DFW - HKG

Very rude stewardess lied about the food then argued about it very unprofessional

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Cathay Pacific ($407), China Eastern ($581), and China Southern ($1,793) offers the cheapest pricing from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Cathay Pacific is currently priced 35% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Hongqiao Intl to Colombo that include hotel bookings?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Hongqiao Intl to Colombo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hongqiao Intl to Colombo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of $1,049). Flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,788). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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China EasternCheapest$470Average$705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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