Airport Comparison
| MDE | SJU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport | Luis Munoz Marin International Airport |
| IATA Code | MDE | SJU |
| ICAO Code | SKRG | TJSJ |
| City | Rionegro | San Juan |
| Country | Colombia | United States |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Puerto_Rico |
| Elevation | 6,955 ft | 10 ft |
| Coordinates | 6.160000, -75.420000 | 18.440000, -66.000000 |
Rionegro (MDE) to San Juan (SJU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) in San Juan, United States is 1,705 kilometers (1,059 miles / 921 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northeast at a heading of 36°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
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 02:15 in Rionegro, it's 03:15 in San Juan.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,945 feet between the two airports. Luis Munoz Marin International 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 San Juan (SJU) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 218° (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 Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.