Airport Comparison
| BKW | MDE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Raleigh County Memorial Airport | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport |
| IATA Code | BKW | MDE |
| ICAO Code | KBKW | SKRG |
| City | Beckley | Rionegro |
| Country | United States | Colombia |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Bogota |
| Elevation | 2,504 ft | 6,955 ft |
| Coordinates | 37.790000, -81.120000 | 6.160000, -75.420000 |
Beckley (BKW) to Rionegro (MDE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Raleigh County Memorial Airport (BKW) in Beckley, United States to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia is 3,564 kilometers (2,215 miles / 1,924 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south at a heading of 169°.
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 19:46 in Beckley, it's 19:46 in Rionegro.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,451 feet between the two airports. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport sits higher than Raleigh County Memorial Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Rionegro (MDE) to Beckley (BKW) follows a heading of 351° (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 Raleigh County Memorial Airport (BKW) and Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.