MUC
Munich
Germany
7,832 km
4,867 miles
RML
Colombo
Sri Lanka
Distance
7,832 km
4,867 mi / 4,229 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4.5h
Europe/Berlin
Heading
102°
east southeast

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MUC RML
Airport Name Munich International Airport Colombo Int Arpt Ratmalana Airport
IATA Code MUC RML
ICAO Code EDDM VCCC
City Munich Colombo
Country Germany Sri Lanka
Timezone Europe/Berlin Asia/Colombo
Elevation 1,487 ft 22 ft
Coordinates 48.350000, 11.790000 6.820000, 79.890000

Munich (MUC) to Colombo (RML) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Munich International Airport (MUC) in Munich, Germany to Colombo Int Arpt Ratmalana Airport (RML) in Colombo, Sri Lanka is 7,832 kilometers (4,867 miles / 4,229 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east southeast at a heading of 102°.

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 Germany with Sri Lanka. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:12 in Munich, it's 20:42 in Colombo. The 4.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,465 feet between the two airports. Colombo Int Arpt Ratmalana Airport sits lower than Munich International Airport.

The return flight from Colombo (RML) to Munich (MUC) follows a heading of 319° (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 Munich International Airport (MUC) and Colombo Int Arpt Ratmalana Airport (RML) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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