Airport Comparison
| CMB | OLV | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport | Olive Branch/Taylor Field |
| IATA Code | CMB | OLV |
| ICAO Code | VCBI | KOLV |
| City | Colombo | Olive Branch |
| Country | Sri Lanka | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 30 ft | 402 ft |
| Coordinates | 7.180000, 79.880000 | 34.980000, -89.790000 |
Colombo (CMB) to Olive Branch (OLV) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka to Olive Branch/Taylor Field (OLV) in Olive Branch, United States is 15,203 kilometers (9,447 miles / 8,209 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north northwest at a heading of 348°.
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 19:58 in Colombo, it's 08:28 in Olive Branch. With a 11.5-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Olive Branch (OLV) to Colombo (CMB) follows a heading of 15° (north northeast). 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 Olive Branch/Taylor Field (OLV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.