AEL
Albert Lea
United States
4,526 km
2,812 miles
MDE
Rionegro
Colombia
Distance
4,526 km
2,812 mi / 2,444 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Chicago
Heading
152°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

AEL MDE
Airport Name Albert Lea Municipal Airport Jose Maria Cordova International Airport
IATA Code AEL MDE
ICAO Code KAEL SKRG
City Albert Lea Rionegro
Country United States Colombia
Timezone America/Chicago America/Bogota
Elevation 1,261 ft 6,955 ft
Coordinates 43.680000, -93.370000 6.160000, -75.420000

Albert Lea (AEL) to Rionegro (MDE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Albert Lea Municipal Airport (AEL) in Albert Lea, United States to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia is 4,526 kilometers (2,812 miles / 2,444 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south southeast at a heading of 152°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with Colombia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:45 in Albert Lea, it's 19:45 in Rionegro.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,694 feet between the two airports. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport sits higher than Albert Lea Municipal Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Rionegro (MDE) to Albert Lea (AEL) follows a heading of 340° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Albert Lea Municipal Airport (AEL) and Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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