The flight distance from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia is 13,629 kilometers (8,469 miles / 7,359 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west northwest at a heading of 295°.

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 United Arab Emirates with Colombia. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:58 in Abu Dhabi, it's 00:58 in Rionegro. With a 9-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 6,867 feet between the two airports. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport sits higher than Abu Dhabi International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Rionegro (MDE) to Abu Dhabi (AUH) follows a heading of 56° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) and Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.