CMB
Colombo
Sri Lanka
8,992 km
5,588 miles
GLA
Glasgow
United Kingdom
Distance
8,992 km
5,588 mi / 4,856 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5.5h
Asia/Colombo
Heading
326°
northwest

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CMB GLA
Airport Name Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport Glasgow International Airport
IATA Code CMB GLA
ICAO Code VCBI EGPF
City Colombo Glasgow
Country Sri Lanka United Kingdom
Timezone Asia/Colombo Europe/London
Elevation 30 ft 26 ft
Coordinates 7.180000, 79.880000 55.870000, -4.430000

Colombo (CMB) to Glasgow (GLA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka to Glasgow International Airport (GLA) in Glasgow, United Kingdom is 8,992 kilometers (5,588 miles / 4,856 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 326°.

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 United Kingdom. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:13 in Colombo, it's 10:43 in Glasgow. The 5.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Glasgow (GLA) 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 Glasgow International Airport (GLA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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