Airport Comparison
| CMB | GBH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport | Galbraith Lake Airport |
| IATA Code | CMB | GBH |
| ICAO Code | VCBI | PAGB |
| City | Colombo | Galbraith Lake |
| Country | Sri Lanka | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo | America/Anchorage |
| Elevation | 30 ft | 2,663 ft |
| Coordinates | 7.180000, 79.880000 | 68.480000, -149.490000 |
Colombo (CMB) to Galbraith Lake (GBH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka to Galbraith Lake Airport (GBH) in Galbraith Lake, United States is 10,779 kilometers (6,697 miles / 5,820 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northeast at a heading of 16°.
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 21:36 in Colombo, it's 07:06 in Galbraith Lake. With a 14.5-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 2,633 feet between the two airports. Galbraith Lake Airport sits higher than Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport.
The return flight from Galbraith Lake (GBH) to Colombo (CMB) follows a heading of 311° (northwest). 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 Galbraith Lake Airport (GBH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.