The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Rourkela Airport (RRK) in Rourkela Airport, India is 16,191 kilometers (10,061 miles / 8,743 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying north northeast at a heading of 34°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 07:58 in Rionegro, it's 18:28 in Rourkela Airport. With a 10.5-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 6,296 feet between the two airports. Rourkela 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 Rourkela Airport (RRK) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 323° (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 Rourkela Airport (RRK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.