The flight distance from Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka to Lord Howe Island Airport (LDH) in Lord Howe Island, Australia is 9,414 kilometers (5,849 miles / 5,083 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east southeast at a heading of 123°.

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 Australia. 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 08:41 in Colombo, it's 14:11 in Lord Howe Island. The 5.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Lord Howe Island (LDH) to Colombo (CMB) follows a heading of 282° (west 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 Lord Howe Island Airport (LDH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.