The flight distance from Honiara International Airport (HIR) in Honiara, Solomon Islands to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia is 13,899 kilometers (8,636 miles / 7,505 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east at a heading of 89°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 09:59 in Honiara, it's 17:59 in Rionegro. With a 16-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 6,927 feet between the two airports. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport sits higher than Honiara International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Rionegro (MDE) to Honiara (HIR) follows a heading of 263° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Honiara International Airport (HIR) and Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.