The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Velikiye Luki Airport (VLU) in Velikiye Luki, Russia is 10,407 kilometers (6,467 miles / 5,619 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northeast at a heading of 32°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 19:58 in Rionegro, it's 03:58 in Velikiye Luki. With a 8-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 6,627 feet between the two airports. Velikiye Luki 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 Velikiye Luki (VLU) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 287° (west 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 Velikiye Luki Airport (VLU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.