Flying from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is 5 hours 57 minutes. Guangzhou's timezone is UTC+8, making Guangzhou 2 hours 30 minutes ahead of Colombo.
Each week, there are 13 flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. To get going as soon as possible, select the 02:00 SriLankan Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last departure from CMB to CAN is 17:40 with SriLankan Airlines.
Travelling during a popular month like August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
SriLankan Airlines has direct flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Guangzhou — plus maybe even more of China if you have time.
If you want to break up your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a city that appeals to you. Popular stopovers on the CMB - CAN route are:
Changi International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Kunming Changshui International Airport
To find out whether you need a visa to enter China, check with your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with the latest information, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from CMB to CAN.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Bandaranaike International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is RM740. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM1,265. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book 8 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CMB to CAN.
April is the cheapest month for tickets from Bandaranaike International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time checking for cheap tickets from CMB to CAN every day.
Take advantage of filters to find the best journey for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Colombo, Bandaranaike International Airport can be reached in about 39 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 31 minutes.
After a handy hotel near CMB? If you're boarding an early flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Book a hotel near CAN if you're catching a late flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to central Guangzhou
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Guangzhou. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 36 minutes.
When to fly to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Guangzhou. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Guangzhou during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 33ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CMB to CAN in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC and 21ºC then.
More about Guangzhou
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Guangzhou right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from CMB to CAN:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Canton Tower, Yuexiu Park and Chen Clan Ancestral Hall are must-do's during your Guangzhou adventure.
Complete your Guangzhou trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport — next on the list is finding a great stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Guangzhou.