BGA
Bucaramanga
Colombia
4,027 km
2,502 miles
DTW
Detroit
United States
Distance
4,027 km
2,502 mi / 2,174 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/Bogota
Heading
347°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

BGA DTW
Airport Name Palonegro Airport Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport
IATA Code BGA DTW
ICAO Code SKBG KDTW
City Bucaramanga Detroit
Country Colombia United States
Timezone America/Bogota America/New_York
Elevation 3,897 ft 645 ft
Coordinates 7.130000, -73.180000 42.210000, -83.350000

Bucaramanga (BGA) to Detroit (DTW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Palonegro Airport (BGA) in Bucaramanga, Colombia to Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States is 4,027 kilometers (2,502 miles / 2,174 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northwest at a heading of 347°.

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 United States. 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 21:53 in Bucaramanga, it's 21:53 in Detroit.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,252 feet between the two airports. Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport sits lower than Palonegro Airport.

The return flight from Detroit (DTW) to Bucaramanga (BGA) follows a heading of 163° (south 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 Palonegro Airport (BGA) and Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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