Cheap flights from Hongqiao Intl (SHA) to Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) from $208

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 6/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SHA — CMB
May 21 — May 281

The best prices from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in November or March, booked 36 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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 May 16, 2024.

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

November

Round-trip from

$1,128

One-way from

$208
High demand for flights, 44% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 23% potential price drop
From Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
One-way flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Monday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Users have found that booking a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport at least 37 days early can save you up to 155% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 37 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for as little as $548 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $702 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

November is one of the best times of the year to fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Prices for November average $682 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $437. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of September. Opting for a November flight can save you 79% on your journey compared to booking in September

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (SHA - CMB)?

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 16% versus a flight at noon.

Cheap China Eastern flights from Hongqiao Intl to Colombo

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by China Eastern for the route between Hongqiao Intl and Colombo. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Sun 5/269:30 pmSHA - CMB
1 stop22h 50mChina Eastern
Wed 5/2912:15 amCMB - SHA
1 stop11h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/15$411
Sun 5/269:45 amSHA - CMB
2 stops13h 55mChina Eastern
Thu 5/3010:10 pmCMB - SHA
1 stop10h 15mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/14$439
Sun 5/269:45 amSHA - CMB
2 stops13h 55mChina Eastern
Thu 5/3010:10 pmCMB - SHA
1 stop16h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/15$440
Sun 5/2612:15 pmSHA - CMB
1 stop11h 25mChina Eastern
Wed 5/2912:15 amCMB - SHA
3 stops16h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/14$703
Sun 5/268:15 amSHA - CMB
1 stop15h 25mChina Eastern
Wed 5/2912:15 amCMB - SHA
3 stops16h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/15$704
Sun 5/269:45 amSHA - CMB
2 stops13h 55mChina Eastern
Thu 5/3010:10 pmCMB - SHA
2 stops17h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/14$753
Sun 5/269:45 amSHA - CMB
2 stops13h 55mChina Eastern
Thu 5/3010:10 pmCMB - SHA
2 stops17h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/15$754

Cheap Hongqiao Intl to Colombo flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Hongqiao Intl to Colombo specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Prices were last updated on May 16, 2024.
Sun 5/269:30 pmSHA - CMB
1 stop22h 50mChina Eastern
Wed 5/2912:15 amCMB - SHA
1 stop11h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/15$411
Sun 5/269:45 amSHA - CMB
2 stops13h 55mChina Eastern
Thu 5/3010:10 pmCMB - SHA
1 stop10h 15mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/14$439
Sun 5/269:45 amSHA - CMB
2 stops13h 55mChina Eastern
Thu 5/3010:10 pmCMB - SHA
1 stop16h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/15$440
Sun 5/269:45 amSHA - CMB
2 stops13h 55mChina Eastern
Wed 5/2912:15 amCMB - SHA
3 stops16h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/14$703
Sun 5/268:15 amSHA - CMB
1 stop15h 25mChina Eastern
Wed 5/2912:15 amCMB - SHA
3 stops16h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/15$704
Sun 5/269:45 amSHA - CMB
2 stops13h 55mChina Eastern
Thu 5/3010:10 pmCMB - SHA
2 stops17h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/14$753
Sun 5/269:45 amSHA - CMB
2 stops13h 55mChina Eastern
Thu 5/3010:10 pmCMB - SHA
2 stops17h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/15$754

Hongqiao Intl to Colombo 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Hongqiao Intl and Colombo in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Sun 5/269:30 pmSHA - CMB
1 stop22h 50mChina Eastern
Wed 5/2912:15 amCMB - SHA
1 stop11h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/15$411
Sun 5/269:45 amSHA - CMB
2 stops13h 55mChina Eastern
Thu 5/3010:10 pmCMB - SHA
1 stop10h 15mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/14$439
Sun 5/269:45 amSHA - CMB
2 stops13h 55mChina Eastern
Thu 5/3010:10 pmCMB - SHA
1 stop16h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/15$440
Sun 5/269:45 amSHA - CMB
2 stops13h 55mChina Eastern
Wed 5/2912:15 amCMB - SHA
3 stops16h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/14$703
Sun 5/268:15 amSHA - CMB
1 stop15h 25mChina Eastern
Wed 5/2912:15 amCMB - SHA
3 stops16h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/15$704
Sun 5/269:45 amSHA - CMB
2 stops13h 55mChina Eastern
Thu 5/3010:10 pmCMB - SHA
2 stops17h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/14$753
Sun 5/269:45 amSHA - CMB
2 stops13h 55mChina Eastern
Thu 5/3010:10 pmCMB - SHA
2 stops17h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/15$754

Hongqiao Intl to Colombo flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Hongqiao Intl to Colombo for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Sun 5/269:30 pmSHA - CMB
1 stop22h 50mChina Eastern
Wed 5/2912:15 amCMB - SHA
1 stop11h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/15$411
Sun 5/269:45 amSHA - CMB
2 stops13h 55mChina Eastern
Thu 5/3010:10 pmCMB - SHA
1 stop10h 15mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/14$439
Sun 5/269:45 amSHA - CMB
2 stops13h 55mChina Eastern
Thu 5/3010:10 pmCMB - SHA
1 stop16h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/15$440
Sun 5/2612:15 pmSHA - CMB
1 stop11h 25mChina Eastern
Wed 5/2912:15 amCMB - SHA
3 stops16h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/14$703
Sun 5/268:15 amSHA - CMB
1 stop15h 25mChina Eastern
Wed 5/2912:15 amCMB - SHA
3 stops16h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/15$704
Sun 5/269:45 amSHA - CMB
2 stops13h 55mChina Eastern
Thu 5/3010:10 pmCMB - SHA
2 stops17h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/14$753
Sun 5/269:45 amSHA - CMB
2 stops13h 55mChina Eastern
Thu 5/3010:10 pmCMB - SHA
2 stops17h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/15$754

One-way flights to Colombo from Hongqiao Intl

Search for one-way flight options from Hongqiao Intl to Colombo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Fri 6/149:45 amSHA - CMB
2 stops13h 55mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/16$208
Fri 6/149:05 amSHA - CMB
3 stops16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16$298
Sat 6/227:20 amSHA - CMB
2 stops28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16$682
Sat 6/229:05 amSHA - CMB
3 stops27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16$830
Sat 6/225:20 pmSHA - CMB
1 stop30h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/16$936

Find flights from Hongqiao Intl to Colombo within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Hongqiao Intl to Colombo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

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Any airport

Budget

$411 - $754

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Shanghai Hongqiao IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

SHA - CMB

SHACMB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 5/26

1 stop22h 50m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 5/29

1 stop11h 20m

$411

Shanghai Hongqiao IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

SHA - CMB

SHACMB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 5/26

2 stops13h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 5/30

1 stop10h 15m

$439

Shanghai Hongqiao IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

SHA - CMB

SHACMB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 5/26

2 stops13h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 5/30

1 stop16h 35m

$440

Shanghai Hongqiao IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

SHA - CMB

SHACMB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 5/26

1 stop11h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 5/29

3 stops16h 25m

$703

Shanghai Hongqiao IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

SHA - CMB

SHACMB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 5/26

1 stop15h 25m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Wed 5/29

3 stops16h 25m

$704

Shanghai Hongqiao IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

SHA - CMB

SHACMB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 5/26

2 stops13h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 5/30

2 stops17h 25m

$753

Shanghai Hongqiao IntlColombo Bandaranaike Intl

SHA - CMB

SHACMB

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 5/26

2 stops13h 55m

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Thu 5/30

2 stops17h 25m

$754

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 5/15

When is the best time to book a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Hongqiao Intl to Colombo. Price data was last updated on May 10, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 36 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Hongqiao Intl to Colombo. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Colombo by month

Plan your trip from Hongqiao Intl to Colombo by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Hongqiao Intl to Colombo is currently $591 while a round-trip flight costs $601. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.

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 $1,129). Flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,717). 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.

January

$1,357

February

$1,284

March

$1,257

April

$1,230

May

$1,316

June

$1,717

July

$1,686

August

$1,369

September

$1,129

October

$1,246

November

$1,334

December

$1,686

Temperature and rainfall in Colombo by month

Plan your trip to Colombo by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CMB

Temperature

80.6 - 82.4 °F

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 May 16, 2024.
7.2
Good
507 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.1

Crew

7.6

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: New planes. Spotlessly clean. Hard working helpful staff. Good boarding. Adequate legroom by modern standards. Food typical of economy these days. OK. But really good staff.Cons: Fried rice breakfast out of Rome. Mushy. But overall food out of Sydney, Rome and Shanghai, fine.

7.2
Good
507 reviews
7.2
Good
507 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.1

Crew

7.6

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: New planes. Spotlessly clean. Hard working helpful staff. Good boarding. Adequate legroom by modern standards. Food typical of economy these days. OK. But really good staff.Cons: Fried rice breakfast out of Rome. Mushy. But overall food out of Sydney, Rome and Shanghai, fine.

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  • Can I find flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for under $500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for under $500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on China Eastern for just $411, but on average you can expect to pay $600.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for under $500?

    There are currently 7+ open flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport within the next 7 days for less than $500.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, China Eastern ($411), offers the cheapest pricing from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. China Eastern is currently priced 39% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What does SHA to CMB mean?

    SHA stands for Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, while CMB stands for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Hongqiao Intl to Colombo that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Hongqiao Intl to Colombo flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

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  • Can I find deals for flights from Hongqiao Intl to Colombo that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Hongqiao Intl to Colombo offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Hongqiao Intl to Colombo?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Hongqiao Intl to Colombo flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals updated?

    The Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/15.

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