The flight distance from Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka to Kirkuk Air Base (KIK) in Kirkuk, Iraq is 4,793 kilometers (2,978 miles / 2,588 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 316°.

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 Iraq. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:26 in Colombo, it's 05:56 in Kirkuk.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,031 feet between the two airports. Kirkuk Air Base sits higher than Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport.

The return flight from Kirkuk (KIK) to Colombo (CMB) follows a heading of 122° (east southeast). 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 Kirkuk Air Base (KIK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.