Hong Kong to Colombo (HKG–CMB) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
HKG–CMB is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Cathay Pacific leads the route. The flight covers 2,493 miles in approximately 5h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 32 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CX Cathay Pacific Also: AY | 7 | 333 | 5h53 | – | Oneworld | AY |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Colombo from Hong Kong
| Metric | HKG→CMB | CAN→CMB |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from HKG | – | 84 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 14 | 4 |
| Flight time | 5h 40m | 5h 4m |
Travel Essentials
HKG: HKT · CMB: +0530
When it's 6:00 PM in Hong Kong, it's 3.5:00 PM in Colombo.
Hong Kong SAR passport holders need an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) to enter Sri Lanka. The ETA is available online at eta.gov.lk and allows stays of up to 30 days. It can be extended to 90 days at the Department of Immigration in Colombo. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
A return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation may be requested at immigration.
Airport Express runs from Hong Kong Station (Central) to the airport in 24 minutes; from Kowloon, 21 minutes. Trains depart every 10 minutes from 5:54am to 1:15am (HK$115 from Central). Hong Kong Station and Kowloon Station offer in-town check-in up to one day before departure.Taxis from Kowloon run around HK$300–350 via the Tsing Ma Bridge; from Hong Kong Island, expect HK$400+. Ferries serve Macau and Pearl River Delta cities. Buses are available but slow. The airport is on Lantau Island, 34km from Central.
HKG–CMB Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HKG to CMB
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) and Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB) are connected by nonstop service from Cathay Pacific. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
HKG to CMB Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HKG to CMB ranges from 5 hours 40 minutes to 5 hours 53 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,493 miles (4,013 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 16 return, totaling 30 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
32 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via MLE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Guangzhou (Huadu) (CAN).