Airport Comparison
| MDE | NAU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport | Napuka Island Airport |
| IATA Code | MDE | NAU |
| ICAO Code | SKRG | NTGN |
| City | Rionegro | Napuka Island |
| Country | Colombia | French Polynesia |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | Pacific/Tahiti |
| Elevation | 6,955 ft | 7 ft |
| Coordinates | 6.160000, -75.420000 | -14.180000, -141.270000 |
Rionegro (MDE) to Napuka Island (NAU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Napuka Island Airport (NAU) in Napuka Island, French Polynesia is 7,606 kilometers (4,726 miles / 4,107 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west southwest at a heading of 252°.
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 French Polynesia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 05:25 in Rionegro, it's 00:25 in Napuka Island. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,948 feet between the two airports. Napuka Island 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 Napuka Island (NAU) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 77° (east northeast). 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 Napuka Island Airport (NAU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.