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Colombo to Houston Flight Information

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CMB
Colombo
United States flag
IAH
Houston
Distance
15,851 km
Flight Time
20h 49m
Average Speed
800 km/h
Timezone
11 hours behind
CO₂ Emissions
1,823 kg
CMBIAH
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Note: Estimated times are based on direct routes and average cruising speeds. CO₂ emissions are approximated based on average values for commercial flights. Actual flight duration, timezone differences, and emissions may vary based on routing, weather conditions, aircraft type, and other factors.

About Colombo to Houston Flights

Flights from Colombo (CMB) to Houston (IAH) cover a distance of approximately 15,851 kilometers. A direct flight typically takes around 20 hours and 49 minutes, based on an average cruising speed of 800 km/h and including time for takeoff and landing procedures.

Bandaranaike International Airport in Sri Lanka and George Bush Intercontinental Airport in United States are located in different time zones. Houston is approximately 11 hours behind Colombo.

This flight route produces an estimated 1,823 kg of CO₂ per passenger, based on industry average emissions calculations.

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