IAH
Houston
United States
3,371 km
2,094 miles
MDE
Rionegro
Colombia
Distance
3,371 km
2,094 mi / 1,820 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Chicago
Heading
138°
southeast

Airport Comparison

IAH MDE
Airport Name George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport Jose Maria Cordova International Airport
IATA Code IAH MDE
ICAO Code KIAH SKRG
City Houston Rionegro
Country United States Colombia
Timezone America/Chicago America/Bogota
Elevation 96 ft 6,955 ft
Coordinates 29.980000, -95.340000 6.160000, -75.420000

Houston (IAH) to Rionegro (MDE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia is 3,371 kilometers (2,094 miles / 1,820 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying southeast at a heading of 138°.

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 02:29 in Houston, it's 03:29 in Rionegro.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,859 feet between the two airports. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport sits higher than George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Rionegro (MDE) to Houston (IAH) follows a heading of 324° (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 George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) and Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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