CMB
Colombo
Sri Lanka
2,907 km
1,806 miles
SCT
Socotra Islands
Yemen
Distance
2,907 km
1,806 mi / 1,569 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2.5h
Asia/Colombo
Heading
284°
west northwest

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CMB SCT
Airport Name Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport Socotra International Airport
IATA Code CMB SCT
ICAO Code VCBI OYSQ
City Colombo Socotra Islands
Country Sri Lanka Yemen
Timezone Asia/Colombo Asia/Aden
Elevation 30 ft 146 ft
Coordinates 7.180000, 79.880000 12.630000, 53.910000

Colombo (CMB) to Socotra Islands (SCT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka to Socotra International Airport (SCT) in Socotra Islands, Yemen is 2,907 kilometers (1,806 miles / 1,569 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west northwest at a heading of 284°.

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 Yemen. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:31 in Colombo, it's 08:01 in Socotra Islands.

The return flight from Socotra Islands (SCT) to Colombo (CMB) follows a heading of 100° (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 Socotra International Airport (SCT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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