CAE
Columbia
United States
3,144 km
1,954 miles
MDE
Rionegro
Colombia
Distance
3,144 km
1,954 mi / 1,698 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/New_York
Heading
168°
south southeast

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CAE MDE
Airport Name Columbia Metro Airport Jose Maria Cordova International Airport
IATA Code CAE MDE
ICAO Code KCAE SKRG
City Columbia Rionegro
Country United States Colombia
Timezone America/New_York America/Bogota
Elevation 236 ft 6,955 ft
Coordinates 33.940000, -81.120000 6.160000, -75.420000

Columbia (CAE) to Rionegro (MDE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Columbia Metro Airport (CAE) in Columbia, United States to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia is 3,144 kilometers (1,954 miles / 1,698 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southeast at a heading of 168°.

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 07:31 in Columbia, it's 07:31 in Rionegro.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,719 feet between the two airports. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport sits higher than Columbia Metro Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Rionegro (MDE) to Columbia (CAE) follows a heading of 350° (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 Columbia Metro Airport (CAE) and Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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