Loading map...
PEK → CMB
Which side of the plane to sit from Beijing Capital International Airport (Beijing) to Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (Colombo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic transition from the high-altitude Hengduan Mountains to the lush river valleys of Myanmar and the Indian Ocean coastline.
Search flights from PEK to CMB
Hengduan Mountains
Spectacular views of the eastern edge of the Tibetan Plateau with deep gorges and snow-capped peaks.
Irrawaddy River
The massive, winding river system of Myanmar carving through the central plains.
Mergui Archipelago
If the route tracks slightly south, you may see the stunning turquoise waters of Myanmar's southern islands.
Sri Lanka North Coast
Initial landfall over the lush, palm-fringed coastline of the island's northwestern provinces.
Negombo Lagoon
A clear view of the vast lagoon and fishing boats just minutes before touching down at CMB.
Sit on the right for morning flights to see the mountains illuminated. Request a seat ahead of the wing to ensure the engine doesn't block the view of the Irrawaddy Delta and the Sri Lankan coastline during the banking turn for landing.
Book Hotels in Colombo
Central China Metropolises
Bird's-eye views of rapidly expanding urban centers such as Xi'an or the outskirts of Chongqing.
Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau
Witness the unique karst topography and rolling green hills characteristic of South-Central China.
Bay of Bengal Expanse
A vast, serene view of the deep blue waters while crossing the northeastern section of the Indian Ocean.
Colombo Port City
During the final descent, catch views of the massive land reclamation project and the modern Colombo skyline.
The left side is preferable for late afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the setting sun. It offers better views of the urban lighting of Chinese cities if the flight is during the night.
Get eSIMs for China
Get eSIMs for Sri LankaDistance: 5,164 km (3,209 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 5 min
Departure: PEK (40.0801010131836, 116.58499908447266)
Arrival: CMB (7.180759906768799, 79.88410186767578)
Route Type: International
Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.