Airport Comparison
| BUW | CMB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Betoambari Airport | Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport |
| IATA Code | BUW | CMB |
| ICAO Code | WAWB | VCBI |
| City | Bau Bau-Butung Island | Colombo |
| Country | Indonesia | Sri Lanka |
| Timezone | Asia/Makassar | Asia/Colombo |
| Elevation | 164 ft | 30 ft |
| Coordinates | -5.490000, 122.570000 | 7.180000, 79.880000 |
Bau Bau-Butung Island (BUW) to Colombo (CMB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Betoambari Airport (BUW) in Bau Bau-Butung Island, Indonesia to Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka is 4,942 kilometers (3,071 miles / 2,668 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west northwest at a heading of 286°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Indonesia with Sri Lanka. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 21:32 in Bau Bau-Butung Island, it's 19:02 in Colombo.
The return flight from Colombo (CMB) to Bau Bau-Butung Island (BUW) follows a heading of 105° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Betoambari Airport (BUW) and Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.