Airport Comparison
| CMB | EGV | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport | Eagle River Union Airport |
| IATA Code | CMB | EGV |
| ICAO Code | VCBI | KEGV |
| City | Colombo | Eagle River |
| Country | Sri Lanka | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 30 ft | 1,642 ft |
| Coordinates | 7.180000, 79.880000 | 45.930000, -89.270000 |
Colombo (CMB) to Eagle River (EGV) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka to Eagle River Union Airport (EGV) in Eagle River, United States is 14,012 kilometers (8,707 miles / 7,566 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north at a heading of 351°.
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 Sri Lanka with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 18:17 in Colombo, it's 06:47 in Eagle River. With a 11.5-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 1,612 feet between the two airports. Eagle River Union Airport sits higher than Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport.
The return flight from Eagle River (EGV) to Colombo (CMB) follows a heading of 13° (north northeast). 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 Eagle River Union Airport (EGV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.