Airport Comparison
| MDE | SSI | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport | St Simons Island Airport |
| IATA Code | MDE | SSI |
| ICAO Code | SKRG | KSSI |
| City | Rionegro | St Simons Island |
| Country | Colombia | United States |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 6,955 ft | 19 ft |
| Coordinates | 6.160000, -75.420000 | 31.150000, -81.390000 |
Rionegro (MDE) to St Simons Island (SSI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to St Simons Island Airport (SSI) in St Simons Island, United States is 2,848 kilometers (1,769 miles / 1,538 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north northwest at a heading of 348°.
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 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 12:21 in Rionegro, it's 12:21 in St Simons Island.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,936 feet between the two airports. St Simons Island 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 St Simons Island (SSI) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 166° (south 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 St Simons Island Airport (SSI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.