How is the flight distance measured?

Flight distances are measured as the great-circle (straight-line) distance between airports. Actual flight paths may be slightly longer due to air traffic routing and weather avoidance.

How long does the flight from New York to Colombo take?

Flight time depends on the exact route and aircraft, but at roughly 14,054 km the typical non-stop flight takes 1–10 hours. Check the flight duration page for the exact average.

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Flight Distance: New York to Colombo

14,054

Kilometres (km)

8,733

Miles (mi)

7,589

Nautical miles

About this flight distance

The great circle distance from New York to Colombo is approximately 14,054 km. The typical flight time is 17h 02m.

This is the shortest possible distance between the two cities as the crow flies. Real flight paths are often slightly longer due to air traffic control routing, weather, and airspace restrictions.

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Nearby airports

Near New York

La Guardia Airport (LGA)17 km
New York Skyports Seaplane Base (NYS)19 km
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)33 km

Near Colombo

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)40 km

Frequently Asked Questions

The great-circle distance from New York to Colombo is approximately 14,054 km (8,733 miles).