Airport Comparison
| CHX | MDE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Cap Manuel Nino International Airport | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport |
| IATA Code | CHX | MDE |
| ICAO Code | MPCH | SKRG |
| City | Changuinola | Rionegro |
| Country | Panama | Colombia |
| Timezone | America/Panama | America/Bogota |
| Elevation | 19 ft | 6,955 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.460000, -82.520000 | 6.160000, -75.420000 |
Changuinola (CHX) to Rionegro (MDE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cap Manuel Nino International Airport (CHX) in Changuinola, Panama to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia is 864 kilometers (537 miles / 466 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying east southeast at a heading of 115°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Panama 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 06:35 in Changuinola, it's 06:35 in Rionegro.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,936 feet between the two airports. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport sits higher than Cap Manuel Nino International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Rionegro (MDE) to Changuinola (CHX) follows a heading of 296° (west 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 Cap Manuel Nino International Airport (CHX) and Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.