The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Juan Simons Vela Airport (RIJ) in Rioja, Peru is 1,374 kilometers (853 miles / 742 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south at a heading of 188°.

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 Peru. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:45 in Rionegro, it's 23:45 in Rioja.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,248 feet between the two airports. Juan Simons Vela 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 Rioja (RIJ) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 8° (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 Juan Simons Vela Airport (RIJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.