Airport Comparison
| MDE | TUA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport | Teniente Coronel Luis a Mantilla Airport |
| IATA Code | MDE | TUA |
| ICAO Code | SKRG | SETU |
| City | Rionegro | Tulcan |
| Country | Colombia | Ecuador |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Guayaquil |
| Elevation | 6,955 ft | 9,649 ft |
| Coordinates | 6.160000, -75.420000 | 0.810000, -77.710000 |
Rionegro (MDE) to Tulcan (TUA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Teniente Coronel Luis a Mantilla Airport (TUA) in Tulcan, Ecuador is 647 kilometers (402 miles / 349 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southwest at a heading of 203°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Colombia with Ecuador. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:26 in Rionegro, it's 09:26 in Tulcan.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,694 feet between the two airports. Teniente Coronel Luis a Mantilla Airport sits higher than Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Tulcan (TUA) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 23° (north northeast). 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 Teniente Coronel Luis a Mantilla Airport (TUA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.