DSM
Des Moines
United States
4,326 km
2,688 miles
MDE
Rionegro
Colombia
Distance
4,326 km
2,688 mi / 2,336 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Chicago
Heading
150°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

DSM MDE
Airport Name Des Moines International Airport Jose Maria Cordova International Airport
IATA Code DSM MDE
ICAO Code KDSM SKRG
City Des Moines Rionegro
Country United States Colombia
Timezone America/Chicago America/Bogota
Elevation 958 ft 6,955 ft
Coordinates 41.500000, -93.700000 6.160000, -75.420000

Des Moines (DSM) to Rionegro (MDE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) in Des Moines, United States to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia is 4,326 kilometers (2,688 miles / 2,336 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south southeast at a heading of 150°.

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 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 07:14 in Des Moines, it's 08:14 in Rionegro.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,997 feet between the two airports. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport sits higher than Des Moines International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Rionegro (MDE) to Des Moines (DSM) follows a heading of 338° (north 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 Des Moines International Airport (DSM) and Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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