The flight distance from Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka to Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport (DIR) in Dire Dawa, Ethiopia is 4,190 kilometers (2,604 miles / 2,262 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west at a heading of 276°.

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 Ethiopia. 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 12:38 in Colombo, it's 10:08 in Dire Dawa.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,797 feet between the two airports. Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport sits higher than Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport.

The return flight from Dire Dawa (DIR) to Colombo (CMB) follows a heading of 91° (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 Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport (DIR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.