Airport Comparison
| MDE | PLU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport | Pampulha - Carlos Drummond de Andrade Airport |
| IATA Code | MDE | PLU |
| ICAO Code | SKRG | SBBH |
| City | Rionegro | Belo Horizonte |
| Country | Colombia | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 6,955 ft | 2,589 ft |
| Coordinates | 6.160000, -75.420000 | -19.850000, -43.950000 |
Rionegro (MDE) to Belo Horizonte (PLU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Pampulha - Carlos Drummond de Andrade Airport (PLU) in Belo Horizonte, Brazil is 4,496 kilometers (2,794 miles / 2,428 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying southeast at a heading of 131°.
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 Brazil. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:38 in Rionegro, it's 11:38 in Belo Horizonte.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,366 feet between the two airports. Pampulha - Carlos Drummond de Andrade 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 Belo Horizonte (PLU) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 307° (northwest). 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 Pampulha - Carlos Drummond de Andrade Airport (PLU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.