CMB
Colombo
Sri Lanka
7,012 km
4,357 miles
FAQ
Frieda River
Papua New Guinea
Distance
7,012 km
4,357 mi / 3,786 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4.5h
Asia/Colombo
Heading
99°
east

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CMB FAQ
Airport Name Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport Frieda River Airport
IATA Code CMB FAQ
ICAO Code VCBI AYFR
City Colombo Frieda River
Country Sri Lanka Papua New Guinea
Timezone Asia/Colombo Pacific/Port_Moresby
Elevation 30 ft 217 ft
Coordinates 7.180000, 79.880000 -4.610000, 141.960000

Colombo (CMB) to Frieda River (FAQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka to Frieda River Airport (FAQ) in Frieda River, Papua New Guinea is 7,012 kilometers (4,357 miles / 3,786 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east at a heading of 99°.

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 Papua New Guinea. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:10 in Colombo, it's 10:40 in Frieda River. The 4.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Frieda River (FAQ) to Colombo (CMB) follows a heading of 280° (west). 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 Frieda River Airport (FAQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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