Airport Comparison
| FTE | MDE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | El Calafate Airport | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport |
| IATA Code | FTE | MDE |
| ICAO Code | SAWC | SKRG |
| City | El Calafate | Rionegro |
| Country | Argentina | Colombia |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos | America/Bogota |
| Elevation | 669 ft | 6,955 ft |
| Coordinates | -50.280000, -72.050000 | 6.160000, -75.420000 |
El Calafate (FTE) to Rionegro (MDE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from El Calafate Airport (FTE) in El Calafate, Argentina to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia is 6,284 kilometers (3,905 miles / 3,393 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north at a heading of 356°.
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 Argentina with Colombia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:30 in El Calafate, it's 07:30 in Rionegro.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,286 feet between the two airports. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport sits higher than El Calafate Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Rionegro (MDE) to El Calafate (FTE) follows a heading of 177° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the El Calafate Airport (FTE) and Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.