Airport Comparison
| MDE | TUC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport | Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport |
| IATA Code | MDE | TUC |
| ICAO Code | SKRG | SANT |
| City | Rionegro | San Miguel de Tucuman |
| Country | Colombia | Argentina |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Argentina/Tucuman |
| Elevation | 6,955 ft | 1,493 ft |
| Coordinates | 6.160000, -75.420000 | -26.840000, -65.100000 |
Rionegro (MDE) to San Miguel de Tucuman (TUC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport (TUC) in San Miguel de Tucuman, Argentina is 3,834 kilometers (2,382 miles / 2,070 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south southeast at a heading of 164°.
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 Argentina. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 18:44 in Rionegro, it's 20:44 in San Miguel de Tucuman.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,462 feet between the two airports. Teniente Benjamin Matienzo 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 San Miguel de Tucuman (TUC) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 342° (north 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 Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport (TUC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.