On this page, you can find and buy flights from Colombo to Chengdu. This 3,637 km route is serviced regularly, with approximately 5 flights per week.
The primary carrier on this route is Air China (CA). Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the low-fare calendar to find the best deals. You can also find out how to get to the airport at your departure point and plan how to get to the city upon arrival in advance.
The table shows direct flights Colombo → Chengdu on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 5 h 35 min. Regular flights are operated by Air China. Departures from Bandaranaike International Airport airports, arrivals at Chengdu Tianfu and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Colombo — Chengdu by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 1,048 in F, and the most expensive are around AED 1,559 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.
Colombo → Chengdu, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,677 | high | May | AED 1,583 | high | Sep | AED 1,397 | medium |
| Feb | AED 1,677 | high | Jun | AED 1,211 | low | Oct | AED 1,677 | high |
| Mar | AED 1,257 | low | Jul | AED 1,630 | high | Nov | AED 1,118 | low |
| Apr | AED 1,397 | medium | Aug | AED 1,630 | high | Dec | AED 1,490 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The hottest month in Chengdu is August (up to 31.2°C), while the rainiest is July, with nearly 297 mm of precipitation. The city is at its coldest in January, when the average low temperature drops to 3.3°C.
The lowest flight price was recorded in November—AED 943. Prices peak in April, when tickets start AED 1,559, and February, with costs starting AED 1,543.
November is considered the optimal time to fly, combining the lowest prices with dry weather. It is best to avoid the period from July to August due to extreme rainfall and high humidity.
Flights between these cities are operated by Air China, providing approximately 5 regular flights per week. Connecting flights are more common on this route, with their frequency and availability depending on the seasonal schedule. You can find detailed information on departure days and route options in the interactive list below.
Flights Colombo — Chengdu depart from Bandaranaike International Airport and arrive at Chengdu Tianfu and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 3,637 km. A direct flight usually takes about 4.5–5 hours; however, most available flights involve layovers, which increases the total travel time.
The primary carrier operating regular flights from Colombo to Chengdu is Air China (CA).
Flights from Sri Lanka typically arrive at Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) or the new Tianfu International Airport (TFU)—the exact arrival location is specified in the details of your selected ticket.
The best deals are usually available in November. We recommend using the low-fare calendar on this page to track periods when prices drop.
Airfares change constantly based on demand and season. You can see the current minimum for your dates in the booking block and the price calendar above.
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