Airport Comparison
| MDE | PLS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport | Providenciales Airport |
| IATA Code | MDE | PLS |
| ICAO Code | SKRG | MBPV |
| City | Rionegro | Providenciales Island |
| Country | Colombia | TC |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Grand_Turk |
| Elevation | 6,955 ft | 15 ft |
| Coordinates | 6.160000, -75.420000 | 21.770000, -72.270000 |
Rionegro (MDE) to Providenciales Island (PLS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Providenciales Airport (PLS) in Providenciales Island, TC is 1,768 kilometers (1,099 miles / 955 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north at a heading of 11°.
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 TC. 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 13:36 in Rionegro, it's 13:36 in Providenciales Island.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,940 feet between the two airports. Providenciales 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 Providenciales Island (PLS) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 191° (south southwest). 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 Providenciales Airport (PLS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.