Cheap Flights from Colombo Bandaranayake to Shanghai Pudong

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Flight deals from Colombo Bandaranayake to Shanghai Pudong

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs115,818. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Shanghai.Rs45,831 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 Aug.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 20 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs45,831, select.

Shanghai.Rs46,603 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Jul.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 10 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs46,603, select.

Shanghai.Rs46,724 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Mar.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 18 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs46,724, select.

Shanghai.Rs47,515 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Oct.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs47,515, select.

Shanghai.Rs47,967 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Sep.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs47,967, select.

Shanghai.Rs65,359 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Jun.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 24 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs65,359, select.

Shanghai.Rs65,748 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 May.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs65,748, select.

Shanghai.Rs81,573 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 Jan.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 19 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs81,573, select.

Shanghai.Rs82,201 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs82,201, select.

Shanghai.Rs85,908 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Apr.One-way flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs85,908, select.

Shanghai.Rs97,965 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Dec.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs97,965, select.

Shanghai.Rs99,002 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Apr.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 10 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs99,002, select.

Shanghai.Rs100,349 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 May.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 15 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs100,349, select.

Shanghai.Rs100,353 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Jun.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 29 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs100,353, select.

Shanghai.Rs103,961 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Jul.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 4 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs103,961, select.

Shanghai.Rs119,570 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Apr.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound direct flight with China Eastern departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs119,570, select.

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

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Colombo Bandaranayake to Shanghai Pudong flights are currently cheapest in August.

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Colombo Bandaranayake to Shanghai Pudong: Alternative routes

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Colombo to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	Rs45,831
Cheapest month to fly	August
Average flight time	6 hrs, 58 mins
Most popular airline	China Eastern
Average flights per week	7

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

How much are return flights from Colombo Bandaranayake to Shanghai Pudong?

The best price we found for a return flight from Colombo Bandaranayake to Shanghai Pudong is Rs77,370. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake to Shanghai Pudong?

6 hours and 58 minutes is the average flight time from Colombo Bandaranayake to Shanghai Pudong.

Which airlines fly direct from Colombo Bandaranayake to Shanghai Pudong?

China Eastern flies direct from Colombo Bandaranayake to Shanghai Pudong.

How many flights are there a week from Colombo Bandaranayake to Shanghai Pudong?

As of April 2026, there are 7 flights per week flying from Colombo Bandaranayake to Shanghai Pudong.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake to Shanghai Pudong?

The cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake to Shanghai Pudong is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport on Friday, 11 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 58 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Shanghai Pudong?

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 Shanghai Pudong 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Shanghai?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Shanghai Pudong with?

Currently, AirAsia and China Eastern offer the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai Pudong.

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

Book a direct flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 6 hours 55 minutes.
Shanghai is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Colombo and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Choose from 16 weekly Bandaranaike International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flights. The 13:25 departure with SriLankan Airlines is the earliest flight available. China Eastern Airlines operates the last service of the day at 21:20.
To ensure you catch your CMB to PVG flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as February, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
China Eastern Airlines has direct flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Shanghai — and maybe even more of China if time allows.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with China Eastern Airlines on this route.
China Eastern Airlines ranks as the top on-time carrier for CMB to PVG flights, with 93.33% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bandaranaike International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between CMB and PVG:
- Kunming Changshui International Airport
- Hong Kong International Airport
- Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport

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

Rs45,831 is the best price for a one-way Bandaranaike International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs77,370. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Book 11 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CMB to PVG.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from CMB to PVG.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.

Handy information about Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

When it comes to the on-time performance of Bandaranaike International Airport, 75.71% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Colombo to Bandaranaike International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 30 minutes when using public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near CMB? If you're catching an early flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

If you're getting in on a late Bandaranaike International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near PVG:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz to explore beyond Shanghai's usual tourist stops.
Increase your likelihood of snagging the best possible rate by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a few weeks ahead is a good idea.

Getting from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai

PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport to central Shanghai has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.

When to fly to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

April is the busiest month for flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Shanghai in April.
Before locking in your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from CMB to PVG in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 10ºC on average.

Explore more of China

Nanjing is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Shanghai. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in China, consider Suzhou, about 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower are among its highlights.