Airport Comparison
Rionegro (MDE) to Merida (MRD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Alberto Carnevalli Airport (MRD) in Merida, Venezuela is 541 kilometers (336 miles / 292 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying east northeast at a heading of 60°.
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 Venezuela. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 07:40 in Rionegro, it's 08:40 in Merida.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,948 feet between the two airports. Alberto Carnevalli 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 Merida (MRD) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 240° (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 Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) and Alberto Carnevalli Airport (MRD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.