CMB
Colombo
Sri Lanka
7,075 km
4,396 miles
CRF
Carnot
Central African Republic
Distance
7,075 km
4,396 mi / 3,820 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4.5h
Asia/Colombo
Heading
272°
west

Airport Comparison

CMB CRF
Airport Name Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport Carnot Airport
IATA Code CMB CRF
ICAO Code VCBI FEFC
City Colombo Carnot
Country Sri Lanka Central African Republic
Timezone Asia/Colombo Africa/Bangui
Elevation 30 ft 1,985 ft
Coordinates 7.180000, 79.880000 4.940000, 15.890000

Colombo (CMB) to Carnot (CRF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka to Carnot Airport (CRF) in Carnot, Central African Republic is 7,075 kilometers (4,396 miles / 3,820 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west at a heading of 272°.

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 Sri Lanka with Central African Republic. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:40 in Colombo, it's 08:10 in Carnot. The 4.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,955 feet between the two airports. Carnot Airport sits higher than Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport.

The return flight from Carnot (CRF) to Colombo (CMB) follows a heading of 84° (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 Carnot Airport (CRF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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