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Airport Comparison
| BKI | CMB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Kota Kinabalu International Airport | Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport |
| IATA Code | BKI | CMB |
| ICAO Code | WBKK | VCBI |
| City | Kota Kinabalu | Colombo |
| Country | Malaysia | Sri Lanka |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuching | Asia/Colombo |
| Elevation | 10 ft | 30 ft |
| Coordinates | 5.940000, 116.050000 | 7.180000, 79.880000 |
Kota Kinabalu (BKI) to Colombo (CMB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia to Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka is 3,997 kilometers (2,484 miles / 2,158 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west at a heading of 274°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Malaysia with Sri Lanka. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 13:27 in Kota Kinabalu, it's 10:57 in Colombo.
The return flight from Colombo (CMB) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) follows a heading of 90° (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 Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) and Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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