Airport Comparison
| BAM | CMB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Battle Mountain Airport | Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport |
| IATA Code | BAM | CMB |
| ICAO Code | KBAM | VCBI |
| City | Battle Mountain | Colombo |
| Country | United States | Sri Lanka |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | Asia/Colombo |
| Elevation | 4,536 ft | 30 ft |
| Coordinates | 40.600000, -116.870000 | 7.180000, 79.880000 |
Battle Mountain (BAM) to Colombo (CMB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Battle Mountain Airport (BAM) in Battle Mountain, United States to Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka is 14,432 kilometers (8,968 miles / 7,793 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northwest at a heading of 338°.
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 United States with Sri Lanka. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 15:22 in Battle Mountain, it's 04:52 in Colombo. With a 13.5-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,506 feet between the two airports. Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport sits lower than Battle Mountain Airport.
The return flight from Colombo (CMB) to Battle Mountain (BAM) follows a heading of 17° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Battle Mountain Airport (BAM) and Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.