Guangzhou (Huadu) to Colombo (CAN–CMB) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
CAN–CMB is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. SriLankan Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 2,483 miles in approximately 5h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UL SriLankan Airlines | 4 | 32A, 333 | 5h25 | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Colombo from Guangzhou (Huadu)
| Metric | CAN→CMB | HKG→CMB |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from CAN | – | 84 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 4 | 14 |
| Flight time | 5h 25m | 5h 25m |
Travel Essentials
CAN: CST · CMB: +0530
When it's 6:00 PM in Guangzhou (Huadu), it's 3.5:00 PM in Colombo.
Chinese passport holders must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) online before traveling to Sri Lanka. China is among the countries whose ETA fee has been waived under an expanded visa-free framework, making the application free of charge. The ETA permits stays of up to 30 days with double entry. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
Metro Line 3 North Extension runs directly to T1 and T2 from Tianhe and the city centre (30–40 min from Guangzhou East station, ¥8–10). Road traffic in Guangzhou is consistently heavy; the metro avoids it.Airport shuttle buses depart from multiple city zones including the Civil Aviation ticket office in Liuhua (¥26, 40–60 min). Taxis cost ¥80–130 from the urban core and take 40–70 minutes depending on which ring road is moving. DiDi is cheaper and widely used.
CAN–CMB Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CAN to CMB
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) and Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB) are connected by nonstop service from SriLankan Airlines. With 4 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
CAN to CMB Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CAN to CMB is about 5 hours 25 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,483 miles (3,995 km). There are approximately 4 weekly flights outbound and 4 return, totaling 8 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Suvarnabhumi, Hazrat Shahjalal and Kunming Changshui. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Hong Kong (HKG).