Flying from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30, which is two hours 30 minutes behind Guangzhou.
Flights from CAN to CMB start at 02:00 — the earliest with SriLankan Airlines. The last service of the day is at 03:15 with SriLankan Airlines. In total, there are 13 weekly Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your CAN to CMB flight.
During popular months such as April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
SriLankan Airlines has direct flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Colombo — and maybe even more of Sri Lanka if your schedule allows.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is SriLankan Airlines.
SriLankan Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers CAN to CMB flights. A dependable 80.0% of its departures on this route arrive on time.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between CAN and CMB include:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Kunming Changshui International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Rs34,703 is the best price for a one-way Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs87,154. These fares may change based on demand.
Get cheap tickets from CAN to CMB by booking seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from CAN to CMB.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport.
Handy information about Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
The address for CAN is Airport W Ave.
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 86.05% of flights that take off from CAN land on time.
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Guangzhou. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near CAN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CMB instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt to explore Colombo and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Bandaranaike International Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to central Colombo
From Bandaranaike International Airport, Colombo is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport. February is the busiest month to head to Colombo. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Colombo is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Bandaranaike International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CAN to CMB in January. Average temperatures are between 22ºC and 32ºC then.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
You've seen Colombo, now it's time to explore other corners of Sri Lanka. Travel around 18 kilometres south to Moratuwa to check off its must-visit sights. From Boat House to Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Jaffna is another well-known destination in Sri Lanka and is around 306 kilometres north of Colombo. No trip is complete without visiting Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.