Airport Comparison
| MDE | SYI | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport | Bomar Field/Shelbyville Municipal Airport |
| IATA Code | MDE | SYI |
| ICAO Code | SKRG | KSYI |
| City | Rionegro | Shelbyville |
| Country | Colombia | United States |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 6,955 ft | 800 ft |
| Coordinates | 6.160000, -75.420000 | 35.600000, -86.400000 |
Rionegro (MDE) to Shelbyville (SYI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Bomar Field/Shelbyville Municipal Airport (SYI) in Shelbyville, United States is 3,461 kilometers (2,150 miles / 1,869 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northwest at a heading of 343°.
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 00:29 in Rionegro, it's 23:29 in Shelbyville.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,155 feet between the two airports. Bomar Field/Shelbyville Municipal 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 Shelbyville (SYI) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 159° (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 Bomar Field/Shelbyville Municipal Airport (SYI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.