Airport Comparison
| MDE | RIL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport | Rifle Garfield County Airport |
| IATA Code | MDE | RIL |
| ICAO Code | SKRG | KRIL |
| City | Rionegro | Rifle |
| Country | Colombia | United States |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 6,955 ft | 5,537 ft |
| Coordinates | 6.160000, -75.420000 | 39.530000, -107.730000 |
Rionegro (MDE) to Rifle (RIL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Rifle Garfield County Airport (RIL) in Rifle, United States is 4,919 kilometers (3,057 miles / 2,656 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 324°.
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 United States. 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 16:39 in Rionegro, it's 14:39 in Rifle.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,418 feet between the two airports. Rifle Garfield County 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 Rifle (RIL) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 130° (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 Rifle Garfield County Airport (RIL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.