Airport Comparison
| MDE | XPL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport | Comayagua-Palmerola International Airport |
| IATA Code | MDE | XPL |
| ICAO Code | SKRG | MHPR |
| City | Rionegro | Comayagua |
| Country | Colombia | Honduras |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Elevation | 6,955 ft | 2,064 ft |
| Coordinates | 6.160000, -75.420000 | 14.380000, -87.620000 |
Rionegro (MDE) to Comayagua (XPL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Comayagua-Palmerola International Airport (XPL) in Comayagua, Honduras is 1,617 kilometers (1,005 miles / 873 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northwest at a heading of 305°.
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 Honduras. 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 14:45 in Rionegro, it's 13:45 in Comayagua.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,891 feet between the two airports. Comayagua-Palmerola 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 Comayagua (XPL) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 123° (east 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 Comayagua-Palmerola International Airport (XPL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.