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Cheapest round-trip
$387
Typical prices: $517-$686
China Eastern
Wed 12/5Wed 12/12
HKG - CMB • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$630
Typical prices: $573-$720
Cathay Pacific
Wed 12/5Tue 12/11
HKG - CMB • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Cathay Pacific. Average duration is 5h 44m
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Avoid delays
Cathay Pacific
Most punctual • 77% on-time
Evening
Best time • Fewest delays
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May
Cheapest • 21% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG)
Cheapest • Avg $390 (round-trip)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK)
Shortest trip • 8h 36m (one-way)
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Hong Kong to Colombo

Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
China Eastern Logo
9:35 am - 7:00 pmHKG  Hong Kong Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
11h 55m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
8:50 pm - 12:15 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-HKG Hong Kong Intl
24h 55m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$387China Eastern
Wed, Dec 30 - Fri, Jan 8
China Eastern Logo
7:10 pm - 7:00 pmHKG  Hong Kong Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
26h 20m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
8:50 pm - 6:15 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-HKG Hong Kong Intl
18h 55m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$387China Eastern
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
China Eastern Logo
7:10 pm - 7:00 pmHKG  Hong Kong Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
26h 20m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
10:35 pm - 6:15 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-HKG Hong Kong Intl
17h 10m2 stops Kunming Changshui Shanghai Pu Dong
$393China Eastern
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
China Eastern Logo
9:35 am - 7:00 pmHKG  Hong Kong Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
11h 55m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
10:35 pm - 6:15 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-HKG Hong Kong Intl
17h 10m3 stops Kunming Changshui Ji'an Ji An/Jing Gang Shan Shanghai Pu Dong
$393China Eastern
Wed, Jan 13 - Fri, Feb 5
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:30 am - 5:20 pmHKG  Hong Kong Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
11h 20m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 7:15 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-HKG Hong Kong Intl
9h 15m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
$508Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 5 - Sat, Feb 6
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:10 pm - 10:10 amHKG  Hong Kong Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
14h 30m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
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1:15 am - 4:35 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-HKG Hong Kong Intl
12h 50m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
$508Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 5 - Sat, Feb 6
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:10 pm - 10:10 amHKG  Hong Kong Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
14h 30m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:15 am - 4:35 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-HKG Hong Kong Intl
12h 50m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
$509Multiple Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Fri, Dec 11
Cathay Pacific Logo
8:10 pm - 11:25 pmHKG  Hong Kong Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
5h 45mnonstop
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:45 am - 8:40 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-HKG Hong Kong Intl
5h 25mnonstop
$630Cathay Pacific
Tue, Jan 5 - Sat, Feb 6
Cathay Pacific Logo
8:10 pm - 11:25 pmHKG  Hong Kong Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
5h 45mnonstop
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:45 am - 8:40 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-HKG Hong Kong Intl
5h 25mnonstop
$638Cathay Pacific
Wed, Jan 13 - Thu, Feb 4
Cathay Pacific Logo
8:10 pm - 11:25 pmHKG  Hong Kong Intl-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
5h 45mnonstop
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:45 am - 8:40 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-HKG Hong Kong Intl
5h 25mnonstop
$638Cathay Pacific
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Price, demand and travel trends for Hong Kong to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

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

Round-trip flights from Hong Kong to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport typically range from $517 to $686. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $387, on China Eastern.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Hong Kong to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. It’s 17% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Hong Kong to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Hong Kong to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport at $465 round-trip.
•June ($672) and September ($648) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 44% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Expert advice for your flight from Hong Kong to Colombo

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on HKG

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on CMB

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Key details for Hong Kong to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$217
Beat the crowds with an average 32% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 36% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Hong Kong to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

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Your Hong Kong to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport 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 Hong Kong to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 8:10 pm and lands at 1:54 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:35 pm and lands at 2:19 am.

    The flight takes about 5h 44m.

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Hong Kong to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport takes 5h 44m, covering 2,492 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Hong Kong to Colombo Bandaranaike 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 Hong Kong to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Hong Kong to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport range from $517 to $686, with an average of $587 over the past 12 months. Anything below $517 counts as a good deal.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $390 round-trip via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG), compared to $639 for nonstop.

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

    Cathay Pacific is the only airline operating Hong Kong to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights. 77% of its flights are on time.

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

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

  • How are flight prices from Hong Kong to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Hong Kong to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $300, which is 9% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CMB)?

    Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CMB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $21 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Xdrive Mobility
    • Ace
    • AcaRent
    • SR RENT A CAR

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

    Flights from Hong Kong to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport usually depart from Hong Kong Intl (HKG) and arrive at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB).

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

    Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route.

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

    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 Hong Kong to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport route, 23% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 47m.

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

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

    • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) - 46% of one-stop connections
    • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Bangkok Don Mueang Intl (DMK) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Kunming Changshui (KMG) - 8% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Hong Kong to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $488 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $648, a difference of $160.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Hong Kong to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Only Cathay Pacific operates flights between Hong Kong and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport.

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

    Flying via Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 36m, compared with 9h 26m via Bangkok Don Mueang Intl (DMK) and 12h 03m via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL).

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

    Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is 2 hours behind Hong Kong (India Time vs Hong Kong Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Pettah Market is one of the most viewed places in Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on KAYAK.

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

    Among airlines operating Hong Kong to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights:

    • Cathay Pacific: 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 Hong Kong to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights?

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

    • Cathay Pacific: 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 Hong Kong to Colombo Bandaranaike 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $488, about $160 less than Monday fares (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Hong Kong to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport trip for May. Fares historically average $465 round-trip in that month - typically $207 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 Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $390 round-trip on this route - about $249 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Hong Kong to Colombo?

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

Direct departures

Hong Kong Intl to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Monday

Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific

Tuesday

Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific

Wednesday

Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific

Thursday

Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific

Friday

Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific

Saturday

Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific

Sunday

Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific

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Direct returns

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Hong Kong Intl

Monday

Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific

Tuesday

Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific

Wednesday

Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific

Thursday

Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific

Friday

Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific

Saturday

Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific

Sunday

Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific

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