Airport Comparison
| CMB | HOS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport | Chos Malal Airport |
| IATA Code | CMB | HOS |
| ICAO Code | VCBI | SAHC |
| City | Colombo | Chos Malal |
| Country | Sri Lanka | Argentina |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo | America/Argentina/Salta |
| Elevation | 30 ft | 2,788 ft |
| Coordinates | 7.180000, 79.880000 | -37.440000, -70.220000 |
Colombo (CMB) to Chos Malal (HOS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka to Chos Malal Airport (HOS) in Chos Malal, Argentina is 15,497 kilometers (9,629 miles / 8,368 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying southwest at a heading of 217°.
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 20:21 in Colombo, it's 11:51 in Chos Malal. 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 2,758 feet between the two airports. Chos Malal Airport sits higher than Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport.
The return flight from Chos Malal (HOS) to Colombo (CMB) follows a heading of 131° (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 Chos Malal Airport (HOS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.