Airport Comparison
| MDE | YCG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport | Castlegar / West Kootenay Regional Airport |
| IATA Code | MDE | YCG |
| ICAO Code | SKRG | CYCG |
| City | Rionegro | Castlegar |
| Country | Colombia | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Vancouver |
| Elevation | 6,955 ft | 1,624 ft |
| Coordinates | 6.160000, -75.420000 | 49.300000, -117.630000 |
Rionegro (MDE) to Castlegar (YCG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Castlegar / West Kootenay Regional Airport (YCG) in Castlegar, Canada is 6,209 kilometers (3,858 miles / 3,352 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Colombia with Canada. 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 04:15 in Rionegro, it's 01:15 in Castlegar. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,331 feet between the two airports. Castlegar / West Kootenay Regional 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 Castlegar (YCG) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 126° (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 Castlegar / West Kootenay Regional Airport (YCG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.