Airport Comparison
| MDE | SJL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport | Sao Gabriel da Cachoeira Airport |
| IATA Code | MDE | SJL |
| ICAO Code | SKRG | SBUA |
| City | Rionegro | Sao Gabriel Da Cachoeira |
| Country | Colombia | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Boa_Vista |
| Elevation | 6,955 ft | 251 ft |
| Coordinates | 6.160000, -75.420000 | -0.150000, -66.990000 |
Rionegro (MDE) to Sao Gabriel Da Cachoeira (SJL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Sao Gabriel da Cachoeira Airport (SJL) in Sao Gabriel Da Cachoeira, Brazil is 1,169 kilometers (727 miles / 631 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying southeast at a heading of 127°.
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 Brazil. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 01:57 in Rionegro, it's 02:57 in Sao Gabriel Da Cachoeira.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,704 feet between the two airports. Sao Gabriel da Cachoeira 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 Sao Gabriel Da Cachoeira (SJL) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 307° (northwest). 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 Sao Gabriel da Cachoeira Airport (SJL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.