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Cheapest round-trip
$405
Typical prices: $397-$637
Air China
Sun 9/30Wed 10/17
CMB - CAN • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$713
Typical prices: $682-$727
SriLankan Airlines
Sat 10/20Fri 10/26
CMB - CAN • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with SriLankan Airlines. Average duration is 5h 54m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 81% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Cheapest • 20% price drop
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $414 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 10h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Colombo to Guangzhou (CMB-CAN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Colombo to Guangzhou

Wed, Sep 30 - Sat, Oct 17
Air China Logo
10:15 pm - 4:30 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
15h 45m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
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7:55 am - 8:55 pmCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15h 30m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
$405Air China
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:15 pm - 12:25 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
23h 40m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:30 pm - 9:05 pmCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
29h 05m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
$411Multiple Airlines
Sun, Sep 20 - Mon, Oct 5
China Eastern Logo
8:30 pm - 11:30 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
24h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
10:25 pm - 9:10 pmCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
25h 15m1 stop Kunming Changshui
$429China Eastern
Wed, Sep 30 - Fri, Oct 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:55 pm - 11:15 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
21h 50m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Ho Chi Minh City
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:35 am - 8:45 pmCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
21h 40m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$439Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Oct 3
China Eastern Logo
10:10 pm - 9:10 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
20h 30m1 stop Kunming Changshui
China Eastern Logo
11:25 am - 9:10 pmCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
12h 15m1 stop Kunming Changshui
$450China Eastern
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:55 pm - 1:30 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
24h 05m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Ho Chi Minh City
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4:05 pm - 9:25 amCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
19h 50m2 stops Ho Chi Minh City Kuala Lumpur Intl
$454Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 24
AirAsia Logo
10:55 pm - 12:30 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
23h 05m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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1:35 am - 9:25 amCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
10h 20m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$464AirAsia
Sun, Oct 18 - Sun, Oct 25
China Eastern Logo
8:30 pm - 3:50 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
16h 50m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
6:15 pm - 9:35 pmCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
29h 50m1 stop Kunming Changshui
$498China Eastern
Tue, Oct 20 - Mon, Oct 26
SriLankan Airlines Logo
2:00 pm - 10:30 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
6h 00mnonstop
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2:00 am - 5:05 amCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
5h 35mnonstop
$713SriLankan Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 24
SriLankan Airlines Logo
2:00 pm - 10:30 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
6h 00mnonstop
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3:15 am - 6:10 amCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
5h 25mnonstop
$1,033SriLankan Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou?

Round-trip flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou start at $405. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $397 to $637. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $405 on Air China.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou?

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou, it is 16% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 11% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • March is the cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou at $388 round-trip.
  • June ($689) and August ($652) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 77% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$204
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 8% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 3% lower on average.
Flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou

When to book flights from Colombo to Guangzhou

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Colombo to Guangzhou based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou flights?

    Among airlines operating Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou flights:

    • SriLankan Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou?

    Only SriLankan Airlines operates flights between Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and Guangzhou.

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

    Flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou usually depart from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) and arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • SriLankan Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $414 round-trip via Ho Chi Minh City (SGN), compared to $704 for nonstop.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou?

    The Airbus A320 (sharklets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by SriLankan Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A330-300 variants.

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

    One-stop flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou most commonly connect through:

    • Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • Kunming Changshui (KMG) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) - 6% of one-stop connections

    Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 24%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $410 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $538: a $128 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou route, 19% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 3 hours 34 minutes.

  • What popular places can I visit in Guangzhou?

    Some of the most popular sights in Guangzhou are Canton Fair Complex, Beijing Road Pedestrian Street and Pazhou Complex. These are among the most viewed places in Guangzhou on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou:

    • Earliest: departs at 1:45 pm and lands at 7:39 pm
    • Latest: departs at 5:35 pm and lands at 11:29 pm.

    The flight takes about 5h 54m.

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

    A nonstop flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou takes 5h 54m, covering 2,481 miles.

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

    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 are flight prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou looking right now?

    One-way fares from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $331, which is 6% above the typical average for this route.

  • How does SriLankan Airlines’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou flights?

    SriLankan Airlines is the only airline operating Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou flights. 81% of its flights are on time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou?

    Flying via Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 49m, compared with 10h 55m via Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) and 12h 41m via Kunming Changshui (KMG).

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

    Guangzhou 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou range from $397 to $637, with an average of $484 over the past 12 months. Anything below $397 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average $410 - about $128 less than Saturday (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou trip for March. Fares historically average $388 round-trip in that month - typically $301 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $414 round-trip on this route - about $290 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Guangzhou Baiyun Airport.
    - Kaiserdom Hotel Baiyun Airport-24-hour Airport-Free shuttle bus
    - Novotel Guangzhou Baiyun Airport
    - Ausotel Smart Baiyun Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Colombo to Guangzhou?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Guangzhou Baiyun

Monday

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

Tuesday

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

Thursday

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

Saturday

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

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Direct returns

Guangzhou Baiyun to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tuesday

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

Wednesday

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

Friday

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

Sunday

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

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