The flight distance from Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka to El Maiten Airport (EMX) in El Maiten, Argentina is 15,208 kilometers (9,450 miles / 8,211 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying south southwest at a heading of 212°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:48 in Colombo, it's 09:18 in El Maiten. 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 2,325 feet between the two airports. El Maiten Airport sits higher than Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport.

The return flight from El Maiten (EMX) to Colombo (CMB) follows a heading of 135° (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 Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) and El Maiten Airport (EMX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.