Airport Comparison
| MDE | MDQ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport | Astor Piazzola International Airport |
| IATA Code | MDE | MDQ |
| ICAO Code | SKRG | SAZM |
| City | Rionegro | Mar del Plata |
| Country | Colombia | Argentina |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires |
| Elevation | 6,955 ft | 72 ft |
| Coordinates | 6.160000, -75.420000 | -37.930000, -57.570000 |
Rionegro (MDE) to Mar del Plata (MDQ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Astor Piazzola International Airport (MDQ) in Mar del Plata, Argentina is 5,239 kilometers (3,256 miles / 2,829 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south southeast at a heading of 161°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Colombia with Argentina. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 23:28 in Rionegro, it's 01:28 in Mar del Plata.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,883 feet between the two airports. Astor Piazzola International Airport sits lower than Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Mar del Plata (MDQ) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 335° (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 Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) and Astor Piazzola International Airport (MDQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.