Airport Comparison
| BCB | MDE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Virginia Tech/Montgomery Executive Airport | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport |
| IATA Code | BCB | MDE |
| ICAO Code | KBCB | SKRG |
| City | Blacksburg | Rionegro |
| Country | United States | Colombia |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Bogota |
| Elevation | 2,120 ft | 6,955 ft |
| Coordinates | 37.200000, -80.400000 | 6.160000, -75.420000 |
Blacksburg (BCB) to Rionegro (MDE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Virginia Tech/Montgomery Executive Airport (BCB) in Blacksburg, United States to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia is 3,488 kilometers (2,167 miles / 1,884 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south at a heading of 170°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting United States with Colombia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:30 in Blacksburg, it's 12:30 in Rionegro.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,836 feet between the two airports. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport sits higher than Virginia Tech/Montgomery Executive Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Rionegro (MDE) to Blacksburg (BCB) follows a heading of 352° (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 Virginia Tech/Montgomery Executive Airport (BCB) and Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.