GFK
Grand Forks
United States
5,084 km
3,159 miles
MDE
Rionegro
Colombia
Distance
5,084 km
3,159 mi / 2,745 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Chicago
Heading
149°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

GFK MDE
Airport Name Grand Forks International Airport Jose Maria Cordova International Airport
IATA Code GFK MDE
ICAO Code KGFK SKRG
City Grand Forks Rionegro
Country United States Colombia
Timezone America/Chicago America/Bogota
Elevation 845 ft 6,955 ft
Coordinates 47.950000, -97.170000 6.160000, -75.420000

Grand Forks (GFK) to Rionegro (MDE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Grand Forks International Airport (GFK) in Grand Forks, United States to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia is 5,084 kilometers (3,159 miles / 2,745 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south southeast at a heading of 149°.

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 19:57 in Grand Forks, it's 20:57 in Rionegro.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,110 feet between the two airports. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport sits higher than Grand Forks International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Rionegro (MDE) to Grand Forks (GFK) follows a heading of 340° (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 Grand Forks International Airport (GFK) and Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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