The flight distance from Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka to Canarana Airport (CQA) in Canarana, Brazil is 14,742 kilometers (9,160 miles / 7,960 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying west southwest at a heading of 258°.

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 Brazil. 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 16:05 in Colombo, it's 06:35 in Canarana. With a 9.5-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 1,284 feet between the two airports. Canarana Airport sits higher than Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport.

The return flight from Canarana (CQA) to Colombo (CMB) follows a heading of 93° (east). 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 Canarana Airport (CQA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.