Airport Comparison
| MDE | YEL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jose Maria Cordova International Airport | Elliot Lake Municipal Airport |
| IATA Code | MDE | YEL |
| ICAO Code | SKRG | CYEL |
| City | Rionegro | Elliot Lake |
| Country | Colombia | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Toronto |
| Elevation | 6,955 ft | 1,087 ft |
| Coordinates | 6.160000, -75.420000 | 46.350000, -82.560000 |
Rionegro (MDE) to Elliot Lake (YEL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) in Rionegro, Colombia to Elliot Lake Municipal Airport (YEL) in Elliot Lake, Canada is 4,521 kilometers (2,809 miles / 2,441 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north at a heading of 352°.
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 04:22 in Rionegro, it's 04:22 in Elliot Lake.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,868 feet between the two airports. Elliot Lake Municipal 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 Elliot Lake (YEL) to Rionegro (MDE) follows a heading of 169° (south). 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 Elliot Lake Municipal Airport (YEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.