The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Taharoa Aerodrome (THH) in Taharoa, New Zealand is 12,163 kilometers (7,558 miles / 6,568 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying southwest at a heading of 232°.

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 New Zealand. 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 10:35 in Rionegro, it's 04:35 in Taharoa. With a 18-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 6,886 feet between the two airports. Taharoa Aerodrome 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 Taharoa (THH) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 98° (east). 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 Taharoa Aerodrome (THH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.