The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Sandakan Airport (SDK) in Sandakan, Malaysia is 18,006 kilometers (11,188 miles / 9,722 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying northwest at a heading of 312°.

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 Malaysia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:35 in Rionegro, it's 06:35 in Sandakan. 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 6,909 feet between the two airports. Sandakan 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 Sandakan (SDK) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 48° (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 Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) and Sandakan Airport (SDK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.