Airport Comparison
Golfito (GLF) to Rionegro (MDE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Golfito Airport (GLF) in Golfito, Costa Rica to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia is 899 kilometers (559 miles / 486 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying east southeast at a heading of 107°.
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 Costa Rica 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 23:53 in Golfito, it's 00:53 in Rionegro.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,906 feet between the two airports. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport sits higher than Golfito Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Rionegro (MDE) to Golfito (GLF) follows a heading of 288° (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 Golfito Airport (GLF) and Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.