Colombo to Shanghai (Pudong) (CMB–PVG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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MU China Eastern
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8:30 PM
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MU China Eastern
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Colombo to Shanghai (Pudong)
1 carrier, 7 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 7 Flights/wk 3,168 mi 7h 10m nonstop +2.5h ahead 26 1-stop hubs

CMB–PVG is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 3,168 miles in approximately 7h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 26 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop CMB–PVG service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
MU China Eastern Airlines 7 332 7h10 – SkyTeam –
Aircraft on this route
332 Airbus A330-200 – MU
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: MU (7 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, CMB to PVG direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
1
flight
Wed
1
flight
Thu
1
flight
Fri
1
flight
Sat
1
flight
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
7
Outbound / wk
7
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for CMB to PVG.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
26
Hubs
~9h
Fastest
~41h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,804
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+2.5h
Shanghai (Pudong) is 2.5 hours ahead of Colombo.
CMB: +0530 · PVG: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Colombo, it's 8.5:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong).
Distance & Flight Time
3,168 mi / 5,099 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 7h 10m.
Getting from PVG

Maglev to Longyang Road (8 min, ¥50) is a fast exit; transfer to Metro Line 2 onward. Metro Line 2 runs directly from PVG T1/T2 to People's Square and Hongqiao Airport (1.5–2 hrs, ¥7). Taxis have a meter; expect ¥130–200 to Puxi (west side) depending on destination and traffic tunnels used.Airport buses serve multiple city zones (¥22–36, 60–90 min). DiDi ride-hail is available and typically cheaper than street taxis for longer distances.

Shanghai (Pudong) Climate

Humid subtropical climate with four distinct seasons. Summers (June–August) are hot and oppressively humid (28–37°C) with typhoon risk. Storms can cause flight cancellations with little warning. Winters (December–February) are cold and damp (1–8°C) with occasional frost. Dense fog disrupts departures regularly in January–February.

Spring is rainy and mild. Autumn (October–November) is the most settled period. Clear skies and 12–22°C make it the best window for travel. Pack layers for shoulder seasons. An umbrella is useful year-round.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

CMB–PVG Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Colombo to Shanghai (Pudong) route.
Route details
Distance3,168 mi / 5,099 km
Flight time7h 10m
Time difference+2.5 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights7 out / 7 return
1-stop connections26 hubs
Origin: CMB
Full nameBandaranaike International Colombo Airport
IATA / ICAOCMB / VCBI
TimezoneAsia/Colombo
Passengers/yr8.8M
Elevation30 ft / 9 m
Destination: PVG
Full nameShanghai Pudong International Airport
IATA / ICAOPVG / ZSPD
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr76.8M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about CMB to PVG flights.
Nonstop flights from Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport take approximately 7h 10m. The route covers 3,168 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: China Eastern Airlines.
There are approximately 7 nonstop flights per week from CMB to PVG. The return direction has about 7 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through DMK, ICN, KMG, CKG, HKG, NRT, PKX, BKK, MLE, KUL, CGK, DOH, SVO, SIN, DEL, CAN, AUH, SYD, DXB, FRA, LHR, IST, CDG, RUH, MEL and ZRH. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Shanghai (Pudong) is 2.5 hours ahead of Colombo.
Yes, return flights from PVG to CMB are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from CMB to PVG

Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

CMB to PVG Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from CMB to PVG ranges from 7 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,168 miles (5,099 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

26 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via DMK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.