Airport Comparison
| CMB | SAW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport | Sabiha Gokcen International Airport |
| IATA Code | CMB | SAW |
| ICAO Code | VCBI | LTFJ |
| City | Colombo | Istanbul |
| Country | Sri Lanka | Turkey |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo | Europe/Istanbul |
| Elevation | 30 ft | 312 ft |
| Coordinates | 7.180000, 79.880000 | 40.900000, 29.310000 |
Colombo (CMB) to Istanbul (SAW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) in Istanbul, Turkey is 6,235 kilometers (3,874 miles / 3,367 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northwest at a heading of 315°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Sri Lanka with Turkey. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 18:31 in Colombo, it's 16:01 in Istanbul.
The return flight from Istanbul (SAW) to Colombo (CMB) follows a heading of 113° (east southeast). 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 Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.