The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Quetzalcoatl International Airport (NLD) in Nuevo Laredo, Mexico is 3,479 kilometers (2,162 miles / 1,878 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 316°.

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 Mexico. 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 12:04 in Rionegro, it's 11:04 in Nuevo Laredo.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,471 feet between the two airports. Quetzalcoatl International 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 Nuevo Laredo (NLD) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 128° (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 Quetzalcoatl International Airport (NLD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.