Airport Comparison
Khashm El Girba (GBU) to Rionegro (MDE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Khashm El Girba Airport (GBU) in Khashm El Girba, Sudan to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia is 12,092 kilometers (7,513 miles / 6,529 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west northwest at a heading of 282°.
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 Sudan 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 07:34 in Khashm El Girba, it's 00:34 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 5,395 feet between the two airports. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport sits higher than Khashm El Girba Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Rionegro (MDE) to Khashm El Girba (GBU) follows a heading of 72° (east 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 Khashm El Girba Airport (GBU) and Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.