Airport Comparison
Phuket (HKT) to Rionegro (MDE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Phuket International Airport (HKT) in Phuket, Thailand to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia is 18,283 kilometers (11,361 miles / 9,872 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying north northwest at a heading of 336°.
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 Thailand 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 20:25 in Phuket, it's 08:25 in Rionegro. With a 12-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 6,873 feet between the two airports. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport sits higher than Phuket International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Rionegro (MDE) to Phuket (HKT) follows a heading of 24° (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 Phuket International Airport (HKT) and Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.