The flight distance from Boulder City Municipal Airport (BLD) in Boulder City, United States to Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka is 14,978 kilometers (9,307 miles / 8,087 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north northwest at a heading of 339°.

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 14:42 in Boulder City, it's 04:12 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 2,173 feet between the two airports. Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport sits lower than Boulder City Municipal Airport.

The return flight from Colombo (CMB) to Boulder City (BLD) 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 Boulder City Municipal Airport (BLD) and Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.