Airport Comparison
| MDE | RDS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport | Rincon De Los Sauces Airport |
| IATA Code | MDE | RDS |
| ICAO Code | SKRG | SAHS |
| City | Rionegro | Rincon de los Sauces |
| Country | Colombia | Argentina |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Argentina/Salta |
| Elevation | 6,955 ft | 1,968 ft |
| Coordinates | 6.160000, -75.420000 | -37.390000, -68.900000 |
Rionegro (MDE) to Rincon de los Sauces (RDS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Rincon De Los Sauces Airport (RDS) in Rincon de los Sauces, Argentina is 4,890 kilometers (3,038 miles / 2,640 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south at a heading of 173°.
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 Argentina. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 17:40 in Rionegro, it's 19:40 in Rincon de los Sauces.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,987 feet between the two airports. Rincon De Los Sauces 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 Rincon de los Sauces (RDS) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 351° (north). 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 Rincon De Los Sauces Airport (RDS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.