Airport Comparison
| MDE | MGA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport | Augusto C. Sandino (Managua) International Airport |
| IATA Code | MDE | MGA |
| ICAO Code | SKRG | MNMG |
| City | Rionegro | Managua |
| Country | Colombia | Nicaragua |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Managua |
| Elevation | 6,955 ft | 194 ft |
| Coordinates | 6.160000, -75.420000 | 12.140000, -86.170000 |
Rionegro (MDE) to Managua (MGA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Augusto C. Sandino (Managua) International Airport (MGA) in Managua, Nicaragua is 1,354 kilometers (841 miles / 731 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west northwest at a heading of 300°.
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 Colombia with Nicaragua. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 21:12 in Rionegro, it's 20:12 in Managua.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,761 feet between the two airports. Augusto C. Sandino (Managua) 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 Managua (MGA) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 118° (east southeast). 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 Augusto C. Sandino (Managua) International Airport (MGA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.