The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Rottnest Island Airport (RTS) in Rottnest Island Airport, Australia is 16,924 kilometers (10,516 miles / 9,138 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying south southwest at a heading of 200°.

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 Australia. 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 01:53 in Rionegro, it's 14:53 in Rottnest Island Airport. With a 13-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 6,943 feet between the two airports. Rottnest Island 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 Rottnest Island Airport (RTS) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 156° (south southeast). 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 Rottnest Island Airport (RTS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.