Airport Comparison
| MDE | RDR | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport | Grand Forks Afb Airport |
| IATA Code | MDE | RDR |
| ICAO Code | SKRG | KRDR |
| City | Rionegro | Grand Forks |
| Country | Colombia | United States |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 6,955 ft | 911 ft |
| Coordinates | 6.160000, -75.420000 | 48.000000, -97.400000 |
Rionegro (MDE) to Grand Forks (RDR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Grand Forks Afb Airport (RDR) in Grand Forks, United States is 5,097 kilometers (3,167 miles / 2,752 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northwest at a heading of 340°.
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 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 22:24 in Rionegro, it's 21:24 in Grand Forks.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,044 feet between the two airports. Grand Forks Afb 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 Grand Forks (RDR) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 149° (south southeast). 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 Grand Forks Afb Airport (RDR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.