Airport Comparison
| MDE | SLZ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport | Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport |
| IATA Code | MDE | SLZ |
| ICAO Code | SKRG | SBSL |
| City | Rionegro | Sao Luis |
| Country | Colombia | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Fortaleza |
| Elevation | 6,955 ft | 178 ft |
| Coordinates | 6.160000, -75.420000 | -2.590000, -44.230000 |
Rionegro (MDE) to Sao Luis (SLZ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport (SLZ) in Sao Luis, Brazil is 3,597 kilometers (2,235 miles / 1,942 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east southeast at a heading of 105°.
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 Brazil. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:48 in Rionegro, it's 22:48 in Sao Luis.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,777 feet between the two airports. Marechal Cunha Machado 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 Sao Luis (SLZ) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 286° (west 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 Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport (SLZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.