Airport Comparison
| MDE | NLG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport | Nelson Lagoon Airport |
| IATA Code | MDE | NLG |
| ICAO Code | SKRG | PAOU |
| City | Rionegro | Nelson Lagoon |
| Country | Colombia | United States |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Anchorage |
| Elevation | 6,955 ft | 14 ft |
| Coordinates | 6.160000, -75.420000 | 56.010000, -161.160000 |
Rionegro (MDE) to Nelson Lagoon (NLG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Nelson Lagoon Airport (NLG) in Nelson Lagoon, United States is 9,175 kilometers (5,701 miles / 4,954 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 326°.
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 Colombia with United States. 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 18:30 in Rionegro, it's 14:30 in Nelson Lagoon. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,941 feet between the two airports. Nelson Lagoon 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 Nelson Lagoon (NLG) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 90° (east). 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 Nelson Lagoon Airport (NLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.