The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Union Glacier Blue-Ice Runway (UGL) in Antartica, AQ is 9,567 kilometers (5,945 miles / 5,166 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south at a heading of 181°.

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 AQ. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:02 in Rionegro, it's 22:02 in Antartica.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,494 feet between the two airports. Union Glacier Blue-Ice Runway 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 Antartica (UGL) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 8° (north). 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 Union Glacier Blue-Ice Runway (UGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.