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Cheapest return flight
£315
Typical prices: £283-£406
China Eastern
Sat 17/11Sat 24/11
CMB - SHA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£174
Typical prices: £194-£453
Air China
Sun 23/12
CMB - SHA • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 12% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Kunming Changshui (KMG)
Cheapest • Avg £305 (return)
Hong Kong Intl (HKG)
Shortest trip • 15h 46m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Colombo to Hongqiao Intl (CMB-SHA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Colombo to Hongqiao Intl

Tue, 17 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
China Eastern Logo
22:35 - 11:50CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
10h 45m1 stop Kunming Changshui
China Eastern Logo
12:10 - 21:35SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
11h 55m1 stop Kunming Changshui
£315China Eastern
Tue, 30 Mar - Tue, 6 Apr
China Eastern Logo
22:10 - 14:05CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
13h 25m1 stop Kunming Changshui
China Eastern Logo
12:10 - 21:10SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
11h 30m1 stop Kunming Changshui
£358China Eastern
Tue, 17 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:35 - 11:50CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
10h 45m1 stop Kunming Changshui
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:35 - 09:25SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
20h 20m2 stops Shenzhen Kuala Lumpur Intl
£387Multiple Airlines
Tue, 3 Nov - Sun, 8 Nov
Cathay Pacific Logo
00:45 - 12:20CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
9h 05m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
13:35 - 23:25SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
12h 20m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
£397Cathay Pacific
Tue, 9 Feb - Wed, 24 Feb
Cathay Pacific Logo
00:45 - 12:20CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
9h 05m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
13:35 - 23:25SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
12h 20m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
£556Cathay Pacific
Tue, 30 Mar - Tue, 6 Apr
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:10 - 15:15CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
14h 35m1 stop Kunming Changshui
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:35 - 09:35SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
17h 30m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
£568Multiple Airlines
Tue, 30 Mar - Tue, 6 Apr
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:10 - 15:15CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
14h 35m1 stop Kunming Changshui
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:15 - 09:35SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
26h 50m3 stops Kunming Changshui Ho Chi Minh City Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
£571Multiple Airlines
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How much is a return flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Return flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport typically range from £283 to £406. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £315 on China Eastern.

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Key details for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights

Cheapest flight

£174
The most popular month to fly with an average 46% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

When to book flights from Colombo to Hongqiao Intl

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Your Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • How long is a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    A direct flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport takes 00m, covering 3,142 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport range from £283 to £406, with an average of £327 over the past 12 months. Anything below £283 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about £315 to £571. That means the highest observed fare was about 81% higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £244, which is 6% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport usually depart from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) and arrive at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport pass through?

    Connecting flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport most commonly pass through:

    • Kunming Changshui (KMG) – 88% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 13% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 50% on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at £288 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at £572, a difference of £284.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Flying via Kunming Changshui (KMG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 12h 14m, compared to 15h 46m via Hong Kong Intl (HKG).

  • What is the time difference between Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is 2 hours ahead of Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (China Time vs India Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport are People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland, and Yu Yuan Garden. These are among the most viewed places in Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average £288, about £284 less than Wednesday fares (50% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport trip for November. Fares historically average £289 return in that month – typically £195 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

    • Shanghai Hongqiao Airport Boyue Hotel - Airchina
    • Cordis Shanghai Hongqiao

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