Airport Comparison
| CMB | KGZ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport | Glacier Creek Airport |
| IATA Code | CMB | KGZ |
| ICAO Code | VCBI | KKGZ |
| City | Colombo | Glacier Creek |
| Country | Sri Lanka | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo | America/Anchorage |
| Elevation | 30 ft | 2,380 ft |
| Coordinates | 7.180000, 79.880000 | 61.460000, -142.380000 |
Colombo (CMB) to Glacier Creek (KGZ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka to Glacier Creek Airport (KGZ) in Glacier Creek, United States is 11,558 kilometers (7,182 miles / 6,241 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northeast at a heading of 19°.
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 14:31 in Colombo, it's 00:01 in Glacier Creek. 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 2,350 feet between the two airports. Glacier Creek Airport sits higher than Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport.
The return flight from Glacier Creek (KGZ) to Colombo (CMB) follows a heading of 317° (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 Glacier Creek Airport (KGZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.