Airport Comparison
| MDE | SPS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport | Sheppard Afb/Wichita Falls Municipal Airport |
| IATA Code | MDE | SPS |
| ICAO Code | SKRG | KSPS |
| City | Rionegro | Wichita Falls |
| Country | Colombia | United States |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 6,955 ft | 1,019 ft |
| Coordinates | 6.160000, -75.420000 | 33.990000, -98.490000 |
Rionegro (MDE) to Wichita Falls (SPS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Sheppard Afb/Wichita Falls Municipal Airport (SPS) in Wichita Falls, United States is 3,900 kilometers (2,423 miles / 2,106 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northwest at a heading of 326°.
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 17:40 in Rionegro, it's 16:40 in Wichita Falls.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,936 feet between the two airports. Sheppard Afb/Wichita Falls Municipal 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 Wichita Falls (SPS) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 137° (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 Sheppard Afb/Wichita Falls Municipal Airport (SPS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.