Airport Comparison
| BMW | MDE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bordj Badji Mokhtar Airport | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport |
| IATA Code | BMW | MDE |
| ICAO Code | DATM | SKRG |
| City | Bordj Badji Mokhtar | Rionegro |
| Country | Algeria | Colombia |
| Timezone | Africa/Algiers | America/Bogota |
| Elevation | 1,303 ft | 6,955 ft |
| Coordinates | 21.380000, 0.920000 | 6.160000, -75.420000 |
Bordj Badji Mokhtar (BMW) to Rionegro (MDE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bordj Badji Mokhtar Airport (BMW) in Bordj Badji Mokhtar, Algeria to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia is 8,347 kilometers (5,186 miles / 4,507 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west at a heading of 271°.
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 Algeria with Colombia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 21:27 in Bordj Badji Mokhtar, it's 15:27 in Rionegro. With a 6-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 5,652 feet between the two airports. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport sits higher than Bordj Badji Mokhtar Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Rionegro (MDE) to Bordj Badji Mokhtar (BMW) follows a heading of 69° (east 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 Bordj Badji Mokhtar Airport (BMW) and Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.