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Cheapest round-trip
$344
Typical prices: $392-$644
AirAsia
Tue 12/4Mon 12/10
CMB - CAN • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$614
Typical prices: $689-$746
SriLankan Airlines
Fri 11/16Mon 11/19
CMB - CAN • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
4 days a week
You can fly direct with SriLankan Airlines. Average duration is 5h 47m
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SriLankan Airlines
Most punctual • 81% on-time
Night
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 19% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)
Cheapest • Avg $427 (round-trip)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK)
Shortest trip • 10h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Colombo to Guangzhou (CMB-CAN)

 

Cheap flights from Colombo to Guangzhou with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Fri, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 10
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10:25 am - 12:30 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
11h 35m1 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
$344AirAsia
Sun, Nov 15 - Fri, Nov 20
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10:25 am - 4:50 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
15h 55m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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9:25 pm - 9:25 amCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
14h 30m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$345AirAsia
Mon, Nov 16 - Sat, Nov 21
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10:25 am - 12:30 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
11h 35m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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9:25 pm - 9:25 amCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
14h 30m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$345AirAsia
Tue, Nov 17 - Sat, Nov 21
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10:25 am - 12:30 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
11h 35m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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9:25 pm - 9:25 amCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
14h 30m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$346AirAsia
Sun, Nov 15 - Fri, Nov 20
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10:25 am - 1:30 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
12h 35m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Ho Chi Minh City
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5:55 am - 9:50 pmCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
18h 25m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$406Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Fri, Nov 20
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10:25 am - 1:30 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
12h 35m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Ho Chi Minh City
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5:55 am - 9:50 pmCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
18h 25m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$407Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Fri, Nov 20
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10:50 pm - 1:30 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
24h 10m2 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
$426Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Sat, Nov 21
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10:25 am - 1:30 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
12h 35m2 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
$439Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Thu, Nov 19
SriLankan Airlines Logo
1:45 pm - 10:00 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
5h 45mnonstop
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2:00 am - 5:05 amCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
5h 35mnonstop
$614SriLankan Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 21
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10:25 pm - 6:20 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
17h 25m2 stops Chengdu Tianfu Intl Shanghai Pu Dong
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9:30 am - 9:05 pmCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
14h 05m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
$881Air China

Price, demand and travel trends for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou flights

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

Round-trip flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou typically range from $392 to $644. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $344, on AirAsia.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 23% higher.

What’s 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.

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Key details for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$199
Beat the crowds with an average 39% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 50% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou

When to book flights from Colombo to Guangzhou

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Your Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou flight questions, answered

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

  • 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 7:32 pm
    • Latest: departs at 5:35 pm and lands at 11:22 pm.

    The flight takes about 5h 47m.

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

    A nonstop flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou takes 5h 47m, 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 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 $392 to $644, with an average of $478 over the past 12 months. Anything below $392 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 $427 round-trip via Ho Chi Minh City (SGN), compared to $708 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou?

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

  • 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.

  • How are flight departures from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • 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 lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $284, which is 6% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • 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 3h 32m.

  • 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) - 47% of one-stop connections
    • Kunming Changshui (KMG) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) - 6% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $413 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $589, a difference of $176.

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

  • What airlines fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Guangzhou?

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

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

    Flying via Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 37m, compared with 10h 49m via Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) and 12h 38m 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.

  • What popular places can I visit in Guangzhou?

    Some of the most popular sights in Guangzhou are Canton Fair Complex, China Guangzhou Wholesale Market and Yuexiu Park. These are among the most viewed places in Guangzhou on KAYAK.

  • 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.

  • 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 always check the fare details before booking.

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 are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Sunday flights average $413, about $176 less than Thursday fares (30% 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 $427 round-trip on this route - about $281 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.

    • Pullman Guangzhou Baiyun Airport
    • Novotel Guangzhou Baiyun Airport
    • Fairfield by Marriott Guangzhou Konggang

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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