Airport Comparison
Rionegro (MDE) to Nicholson Airport (NLS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Nicholson Airport (NLS) in Nicholson Airport, Australia is 17,064 kilometers (10,603 miles / 9,214 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying west southwest at a heading of 241°.
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 Colombia with Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 10:44 in Rionegro, it's 23:44 in Nicholson Airport. With a 13-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 6,955 feet between the two airports. Nicholson Airport sits lower than Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Nicholson Airport (NLS) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 114° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) and Nicholson Airport (NLS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.