Airport Comparison
| CMB | GCW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport | Grand Canyon West Airport |
| IATA Code | CMB | GCW |
| ICAO Code | VCBI | K1G4 |
| City | Colombo | Peach Springs |
| Country | Sri Lanka | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo | America/Phoenix |
| Elevation | 30 ft | 4,817 ft |
| Coordinates | 7.180000, 79.880000 | 35.990000, -113.820000 |
Colombo (CMB) to Peach Springs (GCW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka to Grand Canyon West Airport (GCW) in Peach Springs, United States is 15,006 kilometers (9,324 miles / 8,102 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, 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 01:25 in Colombo, it's 12:55 in Peach Springs. With a 12.5-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 4,787 feet between the two airports. Grand Canyon West Airport sits higher than Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport.
The return flight from Peach Springs (GCW) to Colombo (CMB) follows a heading of 341° (north 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 Grand Canyon West Airport (GCW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.