The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) in Santa Marta, Colombia is 567 kilometers (352 miles / 306 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north northeast at a heading of 13°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

This is a domestic route within Colombia. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 05:37 in Rionegro, it's 05:37 in Santa Marta.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,933 feet between the two airports. Simon Bolivar 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 Santa Marta (SMR) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 193° (south southwest). 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 Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.