MDE
Rionegro
Colombia
4,616 km
2,868 miles
SAD
Safford
United States
Distance
4,616 km
2,868 mi / 2,492 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/Bogota
Heading
315°
northwest

Airport Comparison

MDE SAD
Airport Name Jose Maria Cordova International Airport Safford Regional Airport
IATA Code MDE SAD
ICAO Code SKRG KSAD
City Rionegro Safford
Country Colombia United States
Timezone America/Bogota America/Phoenix
Elevation 6,955 ft 3,178 ft
Coordinates 6.160000, -75.420000 32.850000, -109.640000

Rionegro (MDE) to Safford (SAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Safford Regional Airport (SAD) in Safford, United States is 4,616 kilometers (2,868 miles / 2,492 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northwest at a heading of 315°.

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 08:08 in Rionegro, it's 06:08 in Safford.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,777 feet between the two airports. Safford Regional 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 Safford (SAD) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 122° (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 Safford Regional Airport (SAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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