The flight distance from Art Sutcliffe Field (CFQ) in Creston, Canada to Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka is 13,563 kilometers (8,428 miles / 7,324 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northwest at a heading of 341°.

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 Canada 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 18:00 in Creston, it's 06:30 in Colombo. With a 12.5-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 2,040 feet between the two airports. Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport sits lower than Art Sutcliffe Field.

The return flight from Colombo (CMB) to Creston (CFQ) follows a heading of 13° (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 Art Sutcliffe Field (CFQ) and Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.