The flight distance from Saga Airport (HSG) in Saga, Japan to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia is 14,870 kilometers (9,240 miles / 8,029 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying northeast at a heading of 37°.

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 Japan 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 00:00 in Saga, it's 10:00 in Rionegro. With a 14-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 6,949 feet between the two airports. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport sits higher than Saga Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Rionegro (MDE) to Saga (HSG) follows a heading of 330° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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