Airport Comparison
| MDE | MKC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport | Charles B Wheeler Downtown Airport |
| IATA Code | MDE | MKC |
| ICAO Code | SKRG | KMKC |
| City | Rionegro | Kansas City |
| Country | Colombia | United States |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 6,955 ft | 757 ft |
| Coordinates | 6.160000, -75.420000 | 39.120000, -94.590000 |
Rionegro (MDE) to Kansas City (MKC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Charles B Wheeler Downtown Airport (MKC) in Kansas City, United States is 4,139 kilometers (2,572 miles / 2,235 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northwest at a heading of 335°.
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 Colombia with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:59 in Rionegro, it's 08:59 in Kansas City.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,198 feet between the two airports. Charles B Wheeler Downtown Airport sits lower than Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Kansas City (MKC) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 147° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) and Charles B Wheeler Downtown Airport (MKC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.