Cheap flights from Shanghai to Colombo
3,168 mi · 45m average nonstop
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Quick answer: Shanghai to Colombo at a glance
Cheap flights from Shanghai (PVG) to Colombo (CMB) cover 3,168 miles (5,097 km) in about 45m nonstop, with 1 airline flying direct — a long-haul international route. Search Kayak for today's cheapest live fare. Route difficulty 5/10.
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Flying from Shanghai to Colombo covers 3,168 miles (5,097 km) in approximately 0 hour 45 minutes. 1 airline offers direct flights on this long-haul international route. This is a long-haul international route requiring advance planning for connections and layovers.
Nonstop distance 3,168 miles. Direct carriers include UL.
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Airlines on this route
1 airlines fly Shanghai → Colombo. All are direct routes.
| Airline | Route type |
|---|---|
| UL | Direct |
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Shanghai to Colombo — quick answers
How far is Shanghai from Colombo by plane?
The nonstop flight distance from Shanghai (PVG) to Colombo (CMB) is 3,168 miles (5,097 km), calculated as a great-circle line from published OpenFlights airport coordinates. Actual flown distance is slightly longer due to airways and winds.
How long is the flight from Shanghai to Colombo?
The average nonstop flight time from PVG to CMB is 45 minutes. Gate-to-gate time is usually 20–35 minutes longer; connecting itineraries add 1–4 hours depending on the layover.
Which airlines fly from Shanghai to Colombo?
1 airlines serve this route nonstop: UL. Schedules and amenities differ by carrier — compare live frequencies and fare classes on Kayak before you book.