Airport Comparison
| MDE | RZA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport | Santa Cruz Airport |
| IATA Code | MDE | RZA |
| ICAO Code | SKRG | SAWU |
| City | Rionegro | Santa Cruz |
| Country | Colombia | Argentina |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos |
| Elevation | 6,955 ft | 364 ft |
| Coordinates | 6.160000, -75.420000 | -50.020000, -68.580000 |
Rionegro (MDE) to Santa Cruz (RZA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Santa Cruz Airport (RZA) in Santa Cruz, Argentina is 6,282 kilometers (3,903 miles / 3,392 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying south at a heading of 175°.
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 Argentina. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 07:08 in Rionegro, it's 09:08 in Santa Cruz.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,591 feet between the two airports. Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz (RZA) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 352° (north). 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 Santa Cruz Airport (RZA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.