BKK
Bangkok
Thailand
2,276 km
1,414 miles
GIU
Sigiriya
Sri Lanka
Distance
2,276 km
1,414 mi / 1,229 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1.5h
Asia/Bangkok
Heading
256°
west southwest

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BKK GIU
Airport Name Suvarnabhumi Airport Sigiriya Airport
IATA Code BKK GIU
ICAO Code VTBS VCCS
City Bangkok Sigiriya
Country Thailand Sri Lanka
Timezone Asia/Bangkok Asia/Colombo
Elevation 5 ft 630 ft
Coordinates 13.680000, 100.750000 7.960000, 80.730000

Bangkok (BKK) to Sigiriya (GIU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) in Bangkok, Thailand to Sigiriya Airport (GIU) in Sigiriya, Sri Lanka is 2,276 kilometers (1,414 miles / 1,229 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west southwest at a heading of 256°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 07:34 in Bangkok, it's 06:04 in Sigiriya.

The return flight from Sigiriya (GIU) to Bangkok (BKK) follows a heading of 72° (east 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 Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Sigiriya Airport (GIU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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