Airport Comparison
| MDE | PPT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport | Faa'a International Airport |
| IATA Code | MDE | PPT |
| ICAO Code | SKRG | NTAA |
| City | Rionegro | Papeete |
| Country | Colombia | French Polynesia |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | Pacific/Tahiti |
| Elevation | 6,955 ft | 5 ft |
| Coordinates | 6.160000, -75.420000 | -17.550000, -149.610000 |
Rionegro (MDE) to Papeete (PPT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Faa'a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, French Polynesia is 8,556 kilometers (5,316 miles / 4,620 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west southwest at a heading of 250°.
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 French Polynesia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 03:20 in Rionegro, it's 22:20 in Papeete. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,950 feet between the two airports. Faa'a 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 Papeete (PPT) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 79° (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 Faa'a International Airport (PPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.