Airport Comparison
| CMB | INS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport | Creech Afb Airport |
| IATA Code | CMB | INS |
| ICAO Code | VCBI | KINS |
| City | Colombo | Indian Springs |
| Country | Sri Lanka | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 30 ft | 3,134 ft |
| Coordinates | 7.180000, 79.880000 | 36.590000, -115.680000 |
Colombo (CMB) to Indian Springs (INS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka to Creech Afb Airport (INS) in Indian Springs, United States is 14,885 kilometers (9,249 miles / 8,037 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north northeast at a heading of 17°.
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 01:09 in Colombo, it's 11:39 in Indian Springs. With a 13.5-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 3,104 feet between the two airports. Creech Afb Airport sits higher than Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport.
The return flight from Indian Springs (INS) to Colombo (CMB) follows a heading of 338° (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 Creech Afb Airport (INS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.