The flight distance from Balakovo Airport (BWO) in Balakovo, Russia to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia is 11,628 kilometers (7,225 miles / 6,278 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west northwest at a heading of 301°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 18:02 in Balakovo, it's 09:02 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 6,860 feet between the two airports. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport sits higher than Balakovo Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Rionegro (MDE) to Balakovo (BWO) follows a heading of 32° (north 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 Balakovo Airport (BWO) and Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.