LEX
Lexington
United States
3,664 km
2,277 miles
MDE
Rionegro
Colombia
Distance
3,664 km
2,277 mi / 1,979 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/New_York
Heading
163°
south southeast

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LEX MDE
Airport Name Blue Grass Airport Jose Maria Cordova International Airport
IATA Code LEX MDE
ICAO Code KLEX SKRG
City Lexington Rionegro
Country United States Colombia
Timezone America/New_York America/Bogota
Elevation 979 ft 6,955 ft
Coordinates 38.040000, -84.610000 6.160000, -75.420000

Lexington (LEX) to Rionegro (MDE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) in Lexington, United States to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia is 3,664 kilometers (2,277 miles / 1,979 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southeast at a heading of 163°.

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 10:38 in Lexington, it's 10:38 in Rionegro.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,976 feet between the two airports. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport sits higher than Blue Grass Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Rionegro (MDE) to Lexington (LEX) follows a heading of 347° (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 Blue Grass Airport (LEX) and Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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