KGK
Koliganek
United States
8,959 km
5,567 miles
MDE
Rionegro
Colombia
Distance
8,959 km
5,567 mi / 4,838 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
America/Anchorage
Heading
94°
east

Airport Comparison

KGK MDE
Airport Name Koliganek Airport Jose Maria Cordova International Airport
IATA Code KGK MDE
ICAO Code PAJZ SKRG
City Koliganek Rionegro
Country United States Colombia
Timezone America/Anchorage America/Bogota
Elevation 272 ft 6,955 ft
Coordinates 59.730000, -157.260000 6.160000, -75.420000

Koliganek (KGK) to Rionegro (MDE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Koliganek Airport (KGK) in Koliganek, United States to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia is 8,959 kilometers (5,567 miles / 4,838 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east at a heading of 94°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with Colombia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:11 in Koliganek, it's 12:11 in Rionegro. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,683 feet between the two airports. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport sits higher than Koliganek Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Rionegro (MDE) to Koliganek (KGK) 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 Koliganek Airport (KGK) and Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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