Airport Comparison
| MCV | MDE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | McArthur River Mine Airport | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport |
| IATA Code | MCV | MDE |
| ICAO Code | YMHU | SKRG |
| City | McArthur River Mine | Rionegro |
| Country | Australia | Colombia |
| Timezone | Australia/Darwin | America/Bogota |
| Elevation | 131 ft | 6,955 ft |
| Coordinates | -16.440000, 136.080000 | 6.160000, -75.420000 |
McArthur River Mine (MCV) to Rionegro (MDE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from McArthur River Mine Airport (MCV) in McArthur River Mine, Australia to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia is 16,402 kilometers (10,192 miles / 8,856 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying east southeast at a heading of 105°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Australia with Colombia. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:44 in McArthur River Mine, it's 14:14 in Rionegro. With a 14.5-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,824 feet between the two airports. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport sits higher than McArthur River Mine Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Rionegro (MDE) to McArthur River Mine (MCV) follows a heading of 249° (west 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 McArthur River Mine Airport (MCV) and Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.