The flight distance from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) in Chiang Mai, Thailand to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia is 17,175 kilometers (10,672 miles / 9,274 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying north northwest at a heading of 347°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:45 in Chiang Mai, it's 09:45 in Rionegro. With a 12-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 5,919 feet between the two airports. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport sits higher than Chiang Mai International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Rionegro (MDE) to Chiang Mai (CNX) follows a heading of 12° (north 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 Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) and Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.