Airport Comparison
| MDE | SAP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport | Ramon Villeda Morales International Airport |
| IATA Code | MDE | SAP |
| ICAO Code | SKRG | MHLM |
| City | Rionegro | La Mesa |
| Country | Colombia | Honduras |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Elevation | 6,955 ft | 91 ft |
| Coordinates | 6.160000, -75.420000 | 15.450000, -87.920000 |
Rionegro (MDE) to La Mesa (SAP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Ramon Villeda Morales International Airport (SAP) in La Mesa, Honduras is 1,711 kilometers (1,063 miles / 924 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northwest at a heading of 308°.
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 10:58 in Rionegro, it's 09:58 in La Mesa.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,864 feet between the two airports. Ramon Villeda Morales 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 La Mesa (SAP) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 126° (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 Ramon Villeda Morales International Airport (SAP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.