Cheap Flights from Colombo to Beijing

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Cheapest deal$502
Cheapest monthMarch
Average flight duration7 hours and 11 minutes
Most popular airlineSriLankan Airlines

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Colombo to Beijing? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Beijing

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Colombo to Beijing flights are currently cheapest in March.

Direct flights from Colombo to Beijing

Alternative Colombo to Beijing routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Colombo to Beijing? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Finding cheap flights from Colombo to Beijing: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Beijing: Beijing Capital and Beijing Daxing.
The best price we found for a return flight from Colombo to Beijing is $502. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
7 hours and 11 minutes is the average flight time from Colombo to Beijing.
SriLankan Airlines and Capital Airlines fly direct from Colombo to Beijing.
As of December 2025, there are 6 flights per week flying from Colombo to Beijing.
The cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Beijing is usually March.
If you're flying from Colombo, the cheapest airport near Beijing is Beijing Daxing – which is 44.8 km away from the centre of Beijing. We've found flights into this airport from $502.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Colombo to Beijing on Friday, 6 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 11 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Beijing but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Beijing is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In December, the average temperature is usually around -4°C. July is typically the warmest month in Beijing, when it usually averages around 32°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -12°C. The rainiest month is July.
The cheapest airline that flies to Beijing is AirAsia .

Flying from Colombo to Beijing: what you need to know

  • Planning your trip begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Colombo. Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Colombo to Beijing taking off from here.

  • Arrive in Beijing at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX).

  • Around 7 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Colombo to Beijing flight.

  • Leave enough time to catch your Colombo to Beijing flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Taking off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Beijing

  • Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Colombo to Beijing flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.

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Flying from Colombo

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Depart from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) on a nonstop flight from Colombo to Beijing. From CMB, you can land directly at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).

  • Secure your Colombo to Beijing plane tickets with SriLankan Airlines. This airline is a popular option for direct flights from CMB.

  • We make it simple to book a Colombo to Beijing flight with a stopover. To see the options leaving from Bandaranaike International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

    • Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)

  • The journey from central Colombo to CMB takes around 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Booked an early flight from Colombo to Beijing? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Bandaranaike International Airport:

  • 75.71% of flights taking off from Bandaranaike International Airport land at their destination on time.

Arriving in Beijing

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

Daxing International Airport (PKX)

Best time to go to Beijing

  • It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Colombo to Beijing. April is the busiest month to travel to Beijing. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in February.

  • The warmest month in Beijing is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 35ºC. Book your Colombo to Beijing ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • Look for cheap flights from Colombo to Beijing in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC and 3ºC on average.

More about Beijing

  • Start your Beijing trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Colombo to Beijing, explore our range of hotels including:

  • Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Beijing must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Tiananmen Square.

Explore more of China

  • Beijing will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of China waiting to be explored. About 113 kilometres south-east of Beijing, a trip to Tianjin will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Ancient Culture Street, Porcelain house and Haihe River.

  • Around 418 kilometres south of Beijing, Tai'an is another favourite stop in China. Experience major highlights starting with Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.

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