AJK
Araak
Iran
4,297 km
2,670 miles
CMB
Colombo
Sri Lanka
Distance
4,297 km
2,670 mi / 2,320 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Asia/Tehran
Heading
127°
southeast

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AJK CMB
Airport Name Arak Airport Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport
IATA Code AJK CMB
ICAO Code OIHR VCBI
City Araak Colombo
Country Iran Sri Lanka
Timezone Asia/Tehran Asia/Colombo
Elevation 5,440 ft 30 ft
Coordinates 34.140000, 49.850000 7.180000, 79.880000

Araak (AJK) to Colombo (CMB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Arak Airport (AJK) in Araak, Iran to Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka is 4,297 kilometers (2,670 miles / 2,320 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying southeast at a heading of 127°.

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 Iran with Sri Lanka. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:09 in Araak, it's 14:09 in Colombo.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,410 feet between the two airports. Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport sits lower than Arak Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Colombo (CMB) to Araak (AJK) follows a heading of 318° (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 Arak Airport (AJK) and Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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