The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Tongareva Airport (PYE) in Penrhyn Island, CK is 9,309 kilometers (5,784 miles / 5,026 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west at a heading of 260°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 05:44 in Rionegro, it's 00:44 in Penrhyn Island. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,947 feet between the two airports. Tongareva 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 Penrhyn Island (PYE) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 83° (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 Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) and Tongareva Airport (PYE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.