Airport Comparison
| LTX | MDE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Cotopaxi International Airport | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport |
| IATA Code | LTX | MDE |
| ICAO Code | SELT | SKRG |
| City | Latacunga | Rionegro |
| Country | Ecuador | Colombia |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil | America/Bogota |
| Elevation | 9,205 ft | 6,955 ft |
| Coordinates | -0.910000, -78.620000 | 6.160000, -75.420000 |
Latacunga (LTX) to Rionegro (MDE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cotopaxi International Airport (LTX) in Latacunga, Ecuador to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia is 863 kilometers (536 miles / 466 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north northeast at a heading of 24°.
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 Ecuador with Colombia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 06:04 in Latacunga, it's 06:04 in Rionegro.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,250 feet between the two airports. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport sits lower than Cotopaxi International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Rionegro (MDE) to Latacunga (LTX) follows a heading of 204° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Cotopaxi International Airport (LTX) and Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.