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The price of a flight from Beijing to Colombo changes depending on how far ahead you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, book around 23 days before departure, when the average ticket costs about $669. Fares also tend to climb as the departure date gets closer.
On this page, you can select and purchase flight tickets for the route from Beijing to Colombo. The total flight distance is 5,158 km, and regular air service is maintained with a frequency of about one flight per week.
The main carrier on this route is JD. Ticket prices are constantly changing, so we recommend using the price trend chart and checking the information on how to get to Beijing airport or how to travel from Colombo airport.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Beijing — Colombo by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $184 in ,, and the most expensive are around $271 in u. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Beijing → Colombo, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $476 | high | May | $348 | low | Sep | $322 | low |
| Feb | $451 | high | Jun | $335 | low | Oct | $335 | low |
| Mar | $399 | medium | Jul | $425 | high | Nov | $373 | medium |
| Apr | $373 | medium | Aug | $386 | medium | Dec | $464 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Colombo is characterized by consistently high temperatures, peaking at 31.6°C in February. The rainiest periods are May, October, and November, when precipitation exceeds 350 mm and the number of cloudy days reaches its peak.
The most affordable flight tickets can be found in October, with prices starting $192. April is considered the most expensive month to fly, during which ticket costs rise to $451.
The optimal time for booking is September: it offers a balance between moderate prices starting $193 and favorable weather conditions. It is recommended to avoid flying in April due to a significant increase in travel costs.
Regular flights on the Beijing — Colombo route are operated by JD (Beijing Capital Airlines). This is the primary carrier providing direct service between the cities with a frequency of about one flight per week. A detailed flight schedule and route options by day of the week are available in the interactive list below.
Flights Beijing — Colombo depart from Beijing Capital International Airport and Beijing Daxing International Airport and arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
For a distance of 5,158 km, the estimated travel time is about 6–7 hours. The exact duration depends on the aircraft type and weather conditions along the route.
Regular air service between Beijing and Colombo is provided by JD. The full list of available flights can be viewed in the schedule block on this page.
Flights from Beijing arrive at Sri Lanka's main international airport — Bandaranaike (CMB), located near Colombo.
The cheapest tickets are usually available during the autumn months. To avoid overpaying, we recommend tracking prices through the low-price calendar and avoiding peak demand periods in April.
Direct flights are operated on this route; however, their frequency is limited to approximately one departure per week. Please check current seat availability when searching for specific dates.
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