Airport Comparison
| CRE | MDE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Grand Strand Airport | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport |
| IATA Code | CRE | MDE |
| ICAO Code | KCRE | SKRG |
| City | North Myrtle Beach | Rionegro |
| Country | United States | Colombia |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Bogota |
| Elevation | 32 ft | 6,955 ft |
| Coordinates | 33.810000, -78.720000 | 6.160000, -75.420000 |
North Myrtle Beach (CRE) to Rionegro (MDE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Grand Strand Airport (CRE) in North Myrtle Beach, United States to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia is 3,093 kilometers (1,922 miles / 1,670 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south at a heading of 173°.
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 16:21 in North Myrtle Beach, it's 16:21 in Rionegro.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,923 feet between the two airports. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport sits higher than Grand Strand Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Rionegro (MDE) to North Myrtle Beach (CRE) follows a heading of 354° (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 Grand Strand Airport (CRE) and Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.