Airport Comparison
| MDE | NBW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport | Leeward Point Field |
| IATA Code | MDE | NBW |
| ICAO Code | SKRG | MUGM |
| City | Rionegro | Guantanamo Bay Naval Station |
| Country | Colombia | Cuba |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Havana |
| Elevation | 6,955 ft | 56 ft |
| Coordinates | 6.160000, -75.420000 | 19.910000, -75.210000 |
Rionegro (MDE) to Guantanamo Bay Naval Station (NBW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Leeward Point Field (NBW) in Guantanamo Bay Naval Station, Cuba is 1,529 kilometers (950 miles / 826 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north at a heading of 1°.
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 Cuba. 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 07:34 in Rionegro, it's 07:34 in Guantanamo Bay Naval Station.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,899 feet between the two airports. Leeward Point Field 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 Guantanamo Bay Naval Station (NBW) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 181° (south). 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 Leeward Point Field (NBW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.