Airport Comparison
| CMB | SHA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport | Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport |
| IATA Code | CMB | SHA |
| ICAO Code | VCBI | ZSSS |
| City | Colombo | Shanghai |
| Country | Sri Lanka | China |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo | Asia/Shanghai |
| Elevation | 30 ft | 10 ft |
| Coordinates | 7.180000, 79.880000 | 31.200000, 121.340000 |
Colombo (CMB) to Shanghai (SHA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) in Shanghai, China is 5,061 kilometers (3,145 miles / 2,733 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northeast at a heading of 53°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Sri Lanka with China. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 01:54 in Colombo, it's 04:24 in Shanghai.
The return flight from Shanghai (SHA) to Colombo (CMB) follows a heading of 247° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.