The flight distance from Buta Zega Airport (BZU) in Buta Zega Airport, DR Congo to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia is 11,101 kilometers (6,898 miles / 5,994 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west at a heading of 277°.

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 DR Congo with Colombia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:59 in Buta Zega Airport, it's 19:59 in Rionegro. With a 7-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 5,577 feet between the two airports. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport sits higher than Buta Zega Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Rionegro (MDE) to Buta Zega Airport (BZU) follows a heading of 86° (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 Buta Zega Airport (BZU) and Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.