The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Tolmachevo Airport (OVB) in Novosibirsk, Russia is 12,917 kilometers (8,026 miles / 6,975 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northeast at a heading of 14°.

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 Russia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:15 in Rionegro, it's 06:15 in Novosibirsk. 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 6,590 feet between the two airports. Tolmachevo 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 Novosibirsk (OVB) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 336° (north northwest). 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 Tolmachevo Airport (OVB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.