Airport Comparison
| CMB | SHJ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport | Sharjah International Airport |
| IATA Code | CMB | SHJ |
| ICAO Code | VCBI | OMSJ |
| City | Colombo | Sharjah |
| Country | Sri Lanka | United Arab Emirates |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo | Asia/Dubai |
| Elevation | 30 ft | 111 ft |
| Coordinates | 7.180000, 79.880000 | 25.330000, 55.520000 |
Colombo (CMB) to Sharjah (SHJ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bandaranaike International Apt Colombo Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates is 3,280 kilometers (2,038 miles / 1,771 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 311°.
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 United Arab Emirates. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:52 in Colombo, it's 11:22 in Sharjah.
The return flight from Sharjah (SHJ) to Colombo (CMB) follows a heading of 124° (southeast). 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 Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.