Airport Comparison
| MDE | NUQ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport | Moffett Federal Airfield |
| IATA Code | MDE | NUQ |
| ICAO Code | SKRG | KNUQ |
| City | Rionegro | Mountain View |
| Country | Colombia | United States |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 6,955 ft | 37 ft |
| Coordinates | 6.160000, -75.420000 | 37.420000, -122.050000 |
Rionegro (MDE) to Mountain View (NUQ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Moffett Federal Airfield (NUQ) in Mountain View, United States is 5,848 kilometers (3,634 miles / 3,158 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.
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 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 00:35 in Rionegro, it's 21:35 in Mountain View. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,918 feet between the two airports. Moffett Federal Airfield 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 Mountain View (NUQ) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 115° (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 Moffett Federal Airfield (NUQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.