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Airlines Flying from Shanghai to Colombo

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FAQ

  • When are flight tickets from Shanghai (SHA) to Colombo (CMB) the cheapest?

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from Shanghai to Colombo based on the departure date and time of your selection. By analyzing data from all airlines, we've discovered that on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.

  • How much do flights from Shanghai (SHA) to Colombo (CMB) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around NZD 1,017.

  • How long does it take to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Colombo (CMB) and what is the distance?

    It takes around 7 hours 5 minutes to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Colombo (CMB).

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Colombo (CMB)?

    Airlines with flights from Shanghai (SHA) to Colombo (CMB): China Eastern Airlines.

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Flight Information from Shanghai to Colombo

Cheapest one-way flight price NZD 206
Cheapest round-trip ticket price NZD 616
Off-season for travel April
Peak season for travel January
Flight distance 5,078.13 km
Average flight time 7 hours 5 minutes
Popular airline Cathay Pacific

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