CHB
Chilas
Pakistan
3,197 km
1,986 miles
CMB
Colombo
Sri Lanka
Distance
3,197 km
1,986 mi / 1,726 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0.5h
Asia/Karachi
Heading
168°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

CHB CMB
Airport Name Chilas Airport Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport
IATA Code CHB CMB
ICAO Code OPCL VCBI
City Chilas Colombo
Country Pakistan Sri Lanka
Timezone Asia/Karachi Asia/Colombo
Elevation 4,146 ft 30 ft
Coordinates 35.430000, 74.080000 7.180000, 79.880000

Chilas (CHB) to Colombo (CMB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chilas Airport (CHB) in Chilas, Pakistan to Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka is 3,197 kilometers (1,986 miles / 1,726 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southeast at a heading of 168°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Pakistan with Sri Lanka. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:37 in Chilas, it's 01:07 in Colombo.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,116 feet between the two airports. Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport sits lower than Chilas Airport.

The return flight from Colombo (CMB) to Chilas (CHB) follows a heading of 350° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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