The flight distance from Tancredo Neves International Airport (CNF) in Belo Horizonte, Brazil to Koggala Airport (KCT) in Galle, Sri Lanka is 13,816 kilometers (8,585 miles / 7,460 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east at a heading of 96°.

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 Brazil with Sri Lanka. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:15 in Belo Horizonte, it's 04:45 in Galle. With a 8.5-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 2,705 feet between the two airports. Koggala Airport sits lower than Tancredo Neves International Airport.

The return flight from Galle (KCT) to Belo Horizonte (CNF) follows a heading of 250° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Tancredo Neves International Airport (CNF) and Koggala Airport (KCT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.