Airport Comparison
| CMB | LPQ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport | Luang Phabang International Airport |
| IATA Code | CMB | LPQ |
| ICAO Code | VCBI | VLLB |
| City | Colombo | Luang Phabang |
| Country | Sri Lanka | Laos |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo | Asia/Vientiane |
| Elevation | 30 ft | 955 ft |
| Coordinates | 7.180000, 79.880000 | 19.900000, 102.160000 |
Colombo (CMB) to Luang Phabang (LPQ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka to Luang Phabang International Airport (LPQ) in Luang Phabang, Laos is 2,787 kilometers (1,732 miles / 1,505 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east northeast at a heading of 57°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Sri Lanka with Laos. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 14:36 in Colombo, it's 16:06 in Luang Phabang.
The return flight from Luang Phabang (LPQ) to Colombo (CMB) follows a heading of 243° (west southwest). 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 Luang Phabang International Airport (LPQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.