Airport Comparison
| MDE | MSL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport | Northwest Alabama Regional Airport |
| IATA Code | MDE | MSL |
| ICAO Code | SKRG | KMSL |
| City | Rionegro | Muscle Shoals |
| Country | Colombia | United States |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 6,955 ft | 551 ft |
| Coordinates | 6.160000, -75.420000 | 34.750000, -87.610000 |
Rionegro (MDE) to Muscle Shoals (MSL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Northwest Alabama Regional Airport (MSL) in Muscle Shoals, United States is 3,416 kilometers (2,123 miles / 1,845 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northwest at a heading of 340°.
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 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 15:41 in Rionegro, it's 14:41 in Muscle Shoals.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,405 feet between the two airports. Northwest Alabama Regional 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 Muscle Shoals (MSL) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 156° (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 Northwest Alabama Regional Airport (MSL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.