Airport Comparison
| LZC | MDE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Lazaro Cardenas Airport | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport |
| IATA Code | LZC | MDE |
| ICAO Code | MMLC | SKRG |
| City | Lazaro Cardenas | Rionegro |
| Country | Mexico | Colombia |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Bogota |
| Elevation | 39 ft | 6,955 ft |
| Coordinates | 18.000000, -102.220000 | 6.160000, -75.420000 |
Lazaro Cardenas (LZC) to Rionegro (MDE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Lazaro Cardenas Airport (LZC) in Lazaro Cardenas, Mexico to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia is 3,191 kilometers (1,983 miles / 1,723 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east southeast at a heading of 111°.
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 Mexico 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 06:15 in Lazaro Cardenas, it's 07:15 in Rionegro.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,916 feet between the two airports. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport sits higher than Lazaro Cardenas Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Rionegro (MDE) to Lazaro Cardenas (LZC) follows a heading of 297° (west 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 Lazaro Cardenas Airport (LZC) and Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.