The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Shaikh Zaid Airport (RYK) in Rahim Yar Khan, Pakistan is 14,699 kilometers (9,134 miles / 7,937 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying northeast at a heading of 42°.

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 Pakistan. 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 07:40 in Rionegro, it's 17:40 in Rahim Yar Khan. With a 10-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 6,684 feet between the two airports. Shaikh Zaid 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 Rahim Yar Khan (RYK) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 311° (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 Shaikh Zaid Airport (RYK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.