Airport Comparison
| BAQ | MDE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport |
| IATA Code | BAQ | MDE |
| ICAO Code | SKBQ | SKRG |
| City | Barranquilla | Rionegro |
| Country | Colombia | Colombia |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Bogota |
| Elevation | 98 ft | 6,955 ft |
| Coordinates | 10.890000, -74.780000 | 6.160000, -75.420000 |
Barranquilla (BAQ) to Rionegro (MDE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ) in Barranquilla, Colombia to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia is 531 kilometers (330 miles / 287 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south at a heading of 188°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is a domestic route within Colombia. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 22:42 in Barranquilla, it's 22:42 in Rionegro.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,857 feet between the two airports. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport sits higher than Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Rionegro (MDE) to Barranquilla (BAQ) 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 Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ) and Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.