The flight distance from Congonhas Airport (CGH) in Sao Paulo, Brazil to Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka is 14,038 kilometers (8,723 miles / 7,580 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east at a heading of 99°.

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 Brazil with Sri Lanka. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:10 in Sao Paulo, it's 18:40 in Colombo. With a 8.5-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,601 feet between the two airports. Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport sits lower than Congonhas Airport.

The return flight from Colombo (CMB) to Sao Paulo (CGH) follows a heading of 246° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Congonhas Airport (CGH) and Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.