The flight distance from Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka to Melchor de Mencos Airport (MCR) in Melchor de Mencos, Guatemala is 17,061 kilometers (10,601 miles / 9,212 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying north northwest at a heading of 336°.

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 Guatemala. 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 13:29 in Colombo, it's 01:59 in Melchor de Mencos. 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 4,640 feet between the two airports. Melchor de Mencos Airport sits higher than Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport.

The return flight from Melchor de Mencos (MCR) to Colombo (CMB) follows a heading of 25° (north 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 Melchor de Mencos Airport (MCR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.