GLS
Galveston
United States
3,281 km
2,039 miles
MDE
Rionegro
Colombia
Distance
3,281 km
2,039 mi / 1,772 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Chicago
Heading
138°
southeast

Airport Comparison

GLS MDE
Airport Name Scholes International At Galveston Airport Jose Maria Cordova International Airport
IATA Code GLS MDE
ICAO Code KGLS SKRG
City Galveston Rionegro
Country United States Colombia
Timezone America/Chicago America/Bogota
Elevation 6 ft 6,955 ft
Coordinates 29.270000, -94.860000 6.160000, -75.420000

Galveston (GLS) to Rionegro (MDE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Scholes International At Galveston Airport (GLS) in Galveston, United States to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia is 3,281 kilometers (2,039 miles / 1,772 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying southeast at a heading of 138°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

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 13:32 in Galveston, it's 14:32 in Rionegro.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,949 feet between the two airports. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport sits higher than Scholes International At Galveston Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Rionegro (MDE) to Galveston (GLS) follows a heading of 324° (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 Scholes International At Galveston Airport (GLS) and Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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