Airport Comparison
| MDE | PIZ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport | Point Lay Lrrs Airport |
| IATA Code | MDE | PIZ |
| ICAO Code | SKRG | PPIZ |
| City | Rionegro | Point Lay |
| Country | Colombia | United States |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Anchorage |
| Elevation | 6,955 ft | 29 ft |
| Coordinates | 6.160000, -75.420000 | 69.730000, -163.010000 |
Rionegro (MDE) to Point Lay (PIZ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Point Lay Lrrs Airport (PIZ) in Point Lay, United States is 9,272 kilometers (5,762 miles / 5,007 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 340°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
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 03:18 in Rionegro, it's 23:18 in Point Lay. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,927 feet between the two airports. Point Lay Lrrs 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 Point Lay (PIZ) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 90° (east). 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 Point Lay Lrrs Airport (PIZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.