BNE
Brisbane
Australia
8,726 km
5,422 miles
RML
Colombo
Sri Lanka
Distance
8,726 km
5,422 mi / 4,712 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4.5h
Australia/Brisbane
Heading
284°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

BNE RML
Airport Name Brisbane International Airport Colombo Int Arpt Ratmalana Airport
IATA Code BNE RML
ICAO Code YBBN VCCC
City Brisbane Colombo
Country Australia Sri Lanka
Timezone Australia/Brisbane Asia/Colombo
Elevation 13 ft 22 ft
Coordinates -27.380000, 153.120000 6.820000, 79.890000

Brisbane (BNE) to Colombo (RML) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Brisbane International Airport (BNE) in Brisbane, Australia to Colombo Int Arpt Ratmalana Airport (RML) in Colombo, Sri Lanka is 8,726 kilometers (5,422 miles / 4,712 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west northwest at a heading of 284°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Australia with Sri Lanka. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:45 in Brisbane, it's 19:15 in Colombo. The 4.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Colombo (RML) to Brisbane (BNE) follows a heading of 120° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Brisbane International Airport (BNE) and Colombo Int Arpt Ratmalana Airport (RML) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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