Airport Comparison
| MDE | SLU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport | George F. L. Charles Airport |
| IATA Code | MDE | SLU |
| ICAO Code | SKRG | TLPC |
| City | Rionegro | Castries |
| Country | Colombia | Saint Lucia |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/St_Lucia |
| Elevation | 6,955 ft | 22 ft |
| Coordinates | 6.160000, -75.420000 | 14.020000, -60.990000 |
Rionegro (MDE) to Castries (SLU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU) in Castries, Saint Lucia is 1,804 kilometers (1,121 miles / 974 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east northeast at a heading of 60°.
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 Saint Lucia. 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 12:04 in Rionegro, it's 13:04 in Castries.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,933 feet between the two airports. George F. L. Charles 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 Castries (SLU) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 242° (west 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 George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.