The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Almirante Padilla Airport (RCH) in Riohacha, Colombia is 657 kilometers (408 miles / 355 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north northeast at a heading of 24°.

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 a domestic route within Colombia. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 10:11 in Rionegro, it's 10:11 in Riohacha.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,912 feet between the two airports. Almirante Padilla 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 Riohacha (RCH) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 205° (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 Almirante Padilla Airport (RCH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.