The flight distance from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ) in Barranquilla, Colombia to Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka is 16,565 kilometers (10,293 miles / 8,944 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying northeast at a heading of 55°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 20:56 in Barranquilla, it's 07:26 in Colombo. With a 10.5-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 Barranquilla (BAQ) follows a heading of 305° (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 Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ) and Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.