The flight distance from Gan International Airport (GAN) in Gan, Maldives to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia is 16,476 kilometers (10,238 miles / 8,897 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying west at a heading of 281°.

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 Maldives 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 15:06 in Gan, it's 05:06 in Rionegro. With a 10-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 6,948 feet between the two airports. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport sits higher than Gan International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Rionegro (MDE) to Gan (GAN) follows a heading of 81° (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 Gan International Airport (GAN) and Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.