Airport Comparison
Rionegro (MDE) to Puerto Cabezas (PUZ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Puerto Cabezas Airport (PUZ) in Puerto Cabezas, Nicaragua is 1,237 kilometers (768 miles / 668 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying northwest at a heading of 316°.
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 23:23 in Rionegro, it's 22:23 in Puerto Cabezas.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,903 feet between the two airports. Puerto Cabezas 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 Cabezas (PUZ) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 134° (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 Puerto Cabezas Airport (PUZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.