Airport Comparison
| CMB | MVB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport | M'Vengue El Hadj Omar Bongo Ondimba International Airport |
| IATA Code | CMB | MVB |
| ICAO Code | VCBI | FOON |
| City | Colombo | Franceville |
| Country | Sri Lanka | Gabon |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo | Africa/Libreville |
| Elevation | 30 ft | 1,450 ft |
| Coordinates | 7.180000, 79.880000 | -1.660000, 13.440000 |
Colombo (CMB) to Franceville (MVB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka to M'Vengue El Hadj Omar Bongo Ondimba International Airport (MVB) in Franceville, Gabon is 7,436 kilometers (4,620 miles / 4,015 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west at a heading of 265°.
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 Gabon. 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 21:06 in Colombo, it's 16:36 in Franceville. The 4.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,420 feet between the two airports. M'Vengue El Hadj Omar Bongo Ondimba International Airport sits higher than Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport.
The return flight from Franceville (MVB) to Colombo (CMB) follows a heading of 81° (east). 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 M'Vengue El Hadj Omar Bongo Ondimba International Airport (MVB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.