The flight distance from Eliye Springs Airport (EYS) in Eliye Springs, Kenya to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia is 12,327 kilometers (7,659 miles / 6,656 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west at a heading of 278°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 10:04 in Eliye Springs, it's 02:04 in Rionegro. With a 8-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 5,560 feet between the two airports. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport sits higher than Eliye Springs Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Rionegro (MDE) to Eliye Springs (EYS) follows a heading of 84° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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