Airport Comparison
| MDE | RUY | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport | Copan Ruinas Airport |
| IATA Code | MDE | RUY |
| ICAO Code | SKRG | MHRU |
| City | Rionegro | Ruinas de Copan |
| Country | Colombia | Honduras |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Elevation | 6,955 ft | 1,990 ft |
| Coordinates | 6.160000, -75.420000 | 14.840000, -89.140000 |
Rionegro (MDE) to Ruinas de Copan (RUY) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Copan Ruinas Airport (RUY) in Ruinas de Copan, Honduras is 1,782 kilometers (1,107 miles / 962 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northwest at a heading of 304°.
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 Honduras. 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 12:27 in Rionegro, it's 11:27 in Ruinas de Copan.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,965 feet between the two airports. Copan Ruinas 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 Ruinas de Copan (RUY) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 121° (east 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 Copan Ruinas Airport (RUY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.