CMB
Colombo
Sri Lanka
8,785 km
5,459 miles
NTL
Williamtown
Australia
Distance
8,785 km
5,459 mi / 4,744 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5.5h
Asia/Colombo
Heading
125°
southeast

Airport Comparison

CMB NTL
Airport Name Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport Newcastle Airport
IATA Code CMB NTL
ICAO Code VCBI YWLM
City Colombo Williamtown
Country Sri Lanka Australia
Timezone Asia/Colombo Australia/Sydney
Elevation 30 ft 31 ft
Coordinates 7.180000, 79.880000 -32.800000, 151.830000

Colombo (CMB) to Williamtown (NTL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka to Newcastle Airport (NTL) in Williamtown, Australia is 8,785 kilometers (5,459 miles / 4,744 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying southeast at a heading of 125°.

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 Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:44 in Colombo, it's 22:14 in Williamtown. The 5.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Williamtown (NTL) to Colombo (CMB) follows a heading of 286° (west northwest). 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 Newcastle Airport (NTL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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