Airport Comparison
| BCD | MDE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bacolod-Silay City International Airport | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport |
| IATA Code | BCD | MDE |
| ICAO Code | RPVB | SKRG |
| City | Bacolod City | Rionegro |
| Country | Philippines | Colombia |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila | America/Bogota |
| Elevation | 0 ft | 6,955 ft |
| Coordinates | 10.780000, 123.020000 | 6.160000, -75.420000 |
Bacolod City (BCD) to Rionegro (MDE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bacolod-Silay City International Airport (BCD) in Bacolod City, Philippines to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia is 17,238 kilometers (10,711 miles / 9,308 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying northeast at a heading of 48°.
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 Philippines with Colombia. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 18:55 in Bacolod City, it's 05:55 in Rionegro. With a 13-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,955 feet between the two airports. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport sits higher than Bacolod-Silay City International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Rionegro (MDE) to Bacolod City (BCD) follows a heading of 313° (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 Bacolod-Silay City International Airport (BCD) and Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.