The flight distance from Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka to Tambillos Airport (COW) in Coquimbo, Chile is 16,064 kilometers (9,982 miles / 8,674 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying southwest at a heading of 226°.

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 Sri Lanka with Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:19 in Colombo, it's 20:49 in Coquimbo. With a 8.5-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 Coquimbo (COW) to Colombo (CMB) follows a heading of 124° (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 Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) and Tambillos Airport (COW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.