Airport Comparison
| CMB | GAL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport | Edward G Pitka Sr Airport |
| IATA Code | CMB | GAL |
| ICAO Code | VCBI | PAGA |
| City | Colombo | Galena |
| Country | Sri Lanka | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo | America/Anchorage |
| Elevation | 30 ft | 154 ft |
| Coordinates | 7.180000, 79.880000 | 64.740000, -156.930000 |
Colombo (CMB) to Galena (GAL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka to Edward G Pitka Sr Airport (GAL) in Galena, United States is 10,766 kilometers (6,690 miles / 5,813 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northeast at a heading of 21°.
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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 01:01 in Colombo, it's 10:31 in Galena. With a 14.5-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 Galena (GAL) to Colombo (CMB) follows a heading of 303° (west northwest). 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 Edward G Pitka Sr Airport (GAL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.