Airport Comparison
| BGI | MDE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Grantley Adams International Airport | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport |
| IATA Code | BGI | MDE |
| ICAO Code | TBPB | SKRG |
| City | Bridgetown | Rionegro |
| Country | Barbados | Colombia |
| Timezone | America/Barbados | America/Bogota |
| Elevation | 169 ft | 6,955 ft |
| Coordinates | 13.070000, -59.490000 | 6.160000, -75.420000 |
Bridgetown (BGI) to Rionegro (MDE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI) in Bridgetown, Barbados to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia is 1,907 kilometers (1,185 miles / 1,030 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west southwest at a heading of 248°.
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 Barbados 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 08:51 in Bridgetown, it's 07:51 in Rionegro.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,786 feet between the two airports. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport sits higher than Sir Grantley Adams International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Rionegro (MDE) to Bridgetown (BGI) follows a heading of 65° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Sir Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI) and Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.