The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Yamaguchi Ube Airport (UBJ) in Ube, Japan is 14,746 kilometers (9,163 miles / 7,962 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northwest at a heading of 330°.

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 Japan. 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 09:54 in Rionegro, it's 23:54 in Ube. 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 6,932 feet between the two airports. Yamaguchi Ube 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 Ube (UBJ) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 37° (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 Yamaguchi Ube Airport (UBJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.