Airport Comparison
| MDE | TMS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport | Sao Tome International Airport |
| IATA Code | MDE | TMS |
| ICAO Code | SKRG | FPST |
| City | Rionegro | Sao Tome |
| Country | Colombia | São Tomé and Príncipe |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | Africa/Sao_Tome |
| Elevation | 6,955 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | 6.160000, -75.420000 | 0.380000, 6.710000 |
Rionegro (MDE) to Sao Tome (TMS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Sao Tome International Airport (TMS) in Sao Tome, São Tomé and Príncipe is 9,133 kilometers (5,675 miles / 4,931 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east at a heading of 90°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Colombia with São Tomé and Príncipe. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 07:54 in Rionegro, it's 12:54 in Sao Tome. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,922 feet between the two airports. Sao Tome 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 Sao Tome (TMS) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 276° (west). 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 Sao Tome International Airport (TMS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.