Airport Comparison
| MDE | SXM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport | Princess Juliana International Airport |
| IATA Code | MDE | SXM |
| ICAO Code | SKRG | TNCM |
| City | Rionegro | Saint Martin |
| Country | Colombia | SX |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Lower_Princes |
| Elevation | 6,955 ft | 13 ft |
| Coordinates | 6.160000, -75.420000 | 18.040000, -63.110000 |
Rionegro (MDE) to Saint Martin (SXM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) in Saint Martin, SX is 1,878 kilometers (1,167 miles / 1,014 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northeast at a heading of 44°.
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 SX. 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 21:49 in Rionegro, it's 22:49 in Saint Martin.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,942 feet between the two airports. Princess Juliana 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 Saint Martin (SXM) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 227° (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 Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.