The flight distance from General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport (BOS) in Boston, United States to Sigiriya Airport (GIU) in Sigiriya, Sri Lanka is 13,728 kilometers (8,530 miles / 7,412 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northeast at a heading of 34°.

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 21:26 in Boston, it's 07:56 in Sigiriya. 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 Sigiriya (GIU) to Boston (BOS) follows a heading of 335° (north 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 General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport (BOS) and Sigiriya Airport (GIU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.