Airport Comparison
| CMB | LMR | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport | Lime Acres Finsch Mine Airport |
| IATA Code | CMB | LMR |
| ICAO Code | VCBI | FALC |
| City | Colombo | Lime Acres |
| Country | Sri Lanka | South Africa |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 30 ft | 4,900 ft |
| Coordinates | 7.180000, 79.880000 | -28.360000, 23.440000 |
Colombo (CMB) to Lime Acres (LMR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka to Lime Acres Finsch Mine Airport (LMR) in Lime Acres, South Africa is 7,223 kilometers (4,488 miles / 3,900 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying southwest at a heading of 234°.
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 South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 13:02 in Colombo, it's 09:32 in Lime Acres. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,870 feet between the two airports. Lime Acres Finsch Mine Airport sits higher than Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport.
The return flight from Lime Acres (LMR) to Colombo (CMB) follows a heading of 66° (east northeast). 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 Lime Acres Finsch Mine Airport (LMR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.