Airport Comparison
| BKX | MDE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Brookings Regional Airport | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport |
| IATA Code | BKX | MDE |
| ICAO Code | KBKX | SKRG |
| City | Brookings | Rionegro |
| Country | United States | Colombia |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Bogota |
| Elevation | 1,648 ft | 6,955 ft |
| Coordinates | 44.300000, -96.820000 | 6.160000, -75.420000 |
Brookings (BKX) to Rionegro (MDE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Brookings Regional Airport (BKX) in Brookings, United States to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia is 4,724 kilometers (2,935 miles / 2,551 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south southeast at a heading of 148°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
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 08:45 in Brookings, it's 09:45 in Rionegro.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,308 feet between the two airports. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport sits higher than Brookings Regional Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Rionegro (MDE) to Brookings (BKX) follows a heading of 337° (north 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 Brookings Regional Airport (BKX) and Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.