The flight distance from Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka to Edmond Cane Airport (IOU) in Ile Ouen, New Caledonia is 9,996 kilometers (6,211 miles / 5,397 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east southeast at a heading of 113°.

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 New Caledonia. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:47 in Colombo, it's 18:17 in Ile Ouen. The 5.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Ile Ouen (IOU) to Colombo (CMB) follows a heading of 278° (west). 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 Edmond Cane Airport (IOU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.