The flight distance from Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka to Otu Airport (OTU) in El Rhin, Colombia is 16,786 kilometers (10,430 miles / 9,064 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying west northwest at a heading of 299°.

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 Colombia. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. 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 02:32 in El Rhin. With a 10.5-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 2,030 feet between the two airports. Otu Airport sits higher than Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport.

The return flight from El Rhin (OTU) to Colombo (CMB) follows a heading of 61° (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 Otu Airport (OTU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.