Airport Comparison
| MBJ | MDE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sangster International Airport | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport |
| IATA Code | MBJ | MDE |
| ICAO Code | MKJS | SKRG |
| City | Montego Bay | Rionegro |
| Country | Jamaica | Colombia |
| Timezone | America/Jamaica | America/Bogota |
| Elevation | 4 ft | 6,955 ft |
| Coordinates | 18.500000, -77.910000 | 6.160000, -75.420000 |
Montego Bay (MBJ) to Rionegro (MDE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sangster International Airport (MBJ) in Montego Bay, Jamaica to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia is 1,398 kilometers (869 miles / 755 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south southeast at a heading of 169°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Jamaica 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 22:25 in Montego Bay, it's 22:25 in Rionegro.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,951 feet between the two airports. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport sits higher than Sangster International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Rionegro (MDE) to Montego Bay (MBJ) follows a heading of 349° (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 Sangster International Airport (MBJ) and Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.