Airport Comparison
| CMB | HCA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport | Big Spring Mc Mahon-Wrinkle Airport |
| IATA Code | CMB | HCA |
| ICAO Code | VCBI | KBPG |
| City | Colombo | Big Spring |
| Country | Sri Lanka | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 30 ft | 2,573 ft |
| Coordinates | 7.180000, 79.880000 | 32.210000, -101.520000 |
Colombo (CMB) to Big Spring (HCA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka to Big Spring Mc Mahon-Wrinkle Airport (HCA) in Big Spring, United States is 15,633 kilometers (9,714 miles / 8,441 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north at a heading of 2°.
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 03:08 in Colombo, it's 15:38 in Big Spring. With a 11.5-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,543 feet between the two airports. Big Spring Mc Mahon-Wrinkle Airport sits higher than Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport.
The return flight from Big Spring (HCA) to Colombo (CMB) follows a heading of 358° (north). 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 Big Spring Mc Mahon-Wrinkle Airport (HCA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.