Airport Comparison
| GIG | MDE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | MDE |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | SKRG |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Rionegro |
| Country | Brazil | Colombia |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Bogota |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 6,955 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | 6.160000, -75.420000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Rionegro (MDE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia is 4,755 kilometers (2,955 miles / 2,568 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 309°.
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 Brazil with Colombia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:07 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 02:07 in Rionegro.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,927 feet between the two airports. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Rionegro (MDE) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 134° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) and Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.