Distance: Colombo to Jaffna
Distance between Colombo and Jaffna in kilometers, miles and nautical miles.
303 km
Straight-line
great-circle
164 nm
Nautical Miles
as the crow flies
409 km
By Road
5h 7m
53 minutes
By Air
flight time
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Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Colombo from Jaffna?
The straight-line distance from Colombo to Jaffna is 303 km (164 nautical miles). By road it is approximately 409 km (5h 7m drive). By air the flight takes about 53 minutes.
How many nautical miles is it from Colombo to Jaffna?
The nautical distance from Colombo to Jaffna is approximately 164 nautical miles.