Airport Comparison
| BLB | CMB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Howard/Panama Pacifico International Airport | Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport |
| IATA Code | BLB | CMB |
| ICAO Code | MPPA | VCBI |
| City | Panama City | Colombo |
| Country | Panama | Sri Lanka |
| Timezone | America/Panama | Asia/Colombo |
| Elevation | 52 ft | 30 ft |
| Coordinates | 8.910000, -79.600000 | 7.180000, 79.880000 |
Panama City (BLB) to Colombo (CMB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Howard/Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB) in Panama City, Panama to Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka is 17,122 kilometers (10,639 miles / 9,245 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying northeast at a heading of 52°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Panama with Sri Lanka. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 07:41 in Panama City, it's 18:11 in Colombo. With a 10.5-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Colombo (CMB) to Panama City (BLB) follows a heading of 308° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Howard/Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB) and Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.