Airport Comparison
| AYU | CMB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Aiyura Airport | Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport |
| IATA Code | AYU | CMB |
| ICAO Code | AYAY | VCBI |
| City | Aiyura Valley | Colombo |
| Country | Papua New Guinea | Sri Lanka |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby | Asia/Colombo |
| Elevation | 5,355 ft | 30 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.340000, 145.900000 | 7.180000, 79.880000 |
Aiyura Valley (AYU) to Colombo (CMB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Aiyura Airport (AYU) in Aiyura Valley, Papua New Guinea to Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka is 7,476 kilometers (4,645 miles / 4,037 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west at a heading of 281°.
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 Papua New Guinea 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 19:40 in Aiyura Valley, it's 15:10 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 5,325 feet between the two airports. Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport sits lower than Aiyura Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Colombo (CMB) to Aiyura Valley (AYU) follows a heading of 100° (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 Aiyura Airport (AYU) and Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.