Airport Comparison
| AZS | MDE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Samana El Catey International Airport | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport |
| IATA Code | AZS | MDE |
| ICAO Code | MDCY | SKRG |
| City | Samana | Rionegro |
| Country | Dominican Republic | Colombia |
| Timezone | America/Santo_Domingo | America/Bogota |
| Elevation | 30 ft | 6,955 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.270000, -69.740000 | 6.160000, -75.420000 |
Samana (AZS) to Rionegro (MDE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Samana El Catey International Airport (AZS) in Samana, Dominican Republic to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia is 1,582 kilometers (983 miles / 854 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south southwest at a heading of 204°.
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 Dominican Republic 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 17:47 in Samana, it's 16:47 in Rionegro.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,925 feet between the two airports. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport sits higher than Samana El Catey International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Rionegro (MDE) to Samana (AZS) follows a heading of 22° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Samana El Catey International Airport (AZS) and Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.