The flight distance from Abemama Atoll Airport (AEA) in Abemama Atoll, Kiribati to Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka is 10,436 kilometers (6,485 miles / 5,635 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west at a heading of 277°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 09:05 in Abemama Atoll, it's 02:35 in Colombo. With a 6.5-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 Colombo (CMB) to Abemama Atoll (AEA) follows a heading of 89° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Abemama Atoll Airport (AEA) and Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.