Airport Comparison
| BKT | MDE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Allen C Perkinson Blackstone Army Air Field | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport |
| IATA Code | BKT | MDE |
| ICAO Code | KBKT | SKRG |
| City | Blackstone | Rionegro |
| Country | United States | Colombia |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Bogota |
| Elevation | 437 ft | 6,955 ft |
| Coordinates | 37.070000, -77.960000 | 6.160000, -75.420000 |
Blackstone (BKT) to Rionegro (MDE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Allen C Perkinson Blackstone Army Air Field (BKT) in Blackstone, United States to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia is 3,447 kilometers (2,142 miles / 1,861 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south at a heading of 175°.
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 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 04:20 in Blackstone, it's 04:20 in Rionegro.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,518 feet between the two airports. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport sits higher than Allen C Perkinson Blackstone Army Air Field. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Rionegro (MDE) to Blackstone (BKT) follows a heading of 356° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Allen C Perkinson Blackstone Army Air Field (BKT) and Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.