Airport Comparison
| MDE | PUJ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport | Punta Cana International Airport |
| IATA Code | MDE | PUJ |
| ICAO Code | SKRG | MDPC |
| City | Rionegro | Punta Cana |
| Country | Colombia | Dominican Republic |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Santo_Domingo |
| Elevation | 6,955 ft | 47 ft |
| Coordinates | 6.160000, -75.420000 | 18.570000, -68.360000 |
Rionegro (MDE) to Punta Cana (PUJ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic is 1,578 kilometers (980 miles / 852 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north northeast at a heading of 28°.
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 Dominican Republic. 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 15:45 in Rionegro, it's 16:45 in Punta Cana.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,908 feet between the two airports. Punta Cana 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 Punta Cana (PUJ) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 210° (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 Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.