Airport Comparison
| CMB | CTU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport | Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport |
| IATA Code | CMB | CTU |
| ICAO Code | VCBI | ZUUU |
| City | Colombo | Chengdu |
| Country | Sri Lanka | China |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo | Asia/Shanghai |
| Elevation | 30 ft | 1,625 ft |
| Coordinates | 7.180000, 79.880000 | 30.580000, 103.950000 |
Colombo (CMB) to Chengdu (CTU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China is 3,613 kilometers (2,245 miles / 1,951 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northeast at a heading of 41°.
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 Sri Lanka with China. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 11:27 in Colombo, it's 13:57 in Chengdu.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,595 feet between the two airports. Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport sits higher than Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport.
The return flight from Chengdu (CTU) to Colombo (CMB) follows a heading of 229° (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 Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.