Airport Comparison
| MDE | POP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport | Gregorio Luperon International Airport |
| IATA Code | MDE | POP |
| ICAO Code | SKRG | MDPP |
| City | Rionegro | Puerto Plata |
| Country | Colombia | Dominican Republic |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Santo_Domingo |
| Elevation | 6,955 ft | 15 ft |
| Coordinates | 6.160000, -75.420000 | 19.760000, -70.570000 |
Rionegro (MDE) to Puerto Plata (POP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Gregorio Luperon International Airport (POP) in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic is 1,601 kilometers (995 miles / 864 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north northeast at a heading of 19°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Colombia with Dominican Republic. 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 01:49 in Rionegro, it's 02:49 in Puerto Plata.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,940 feet between the two airports. Gregorio Luperon 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 Puerto Plata (POP) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 200° (south 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 Gregorio Luperon International Airport (POP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.