Airport Comparison
| BOG | RFR | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | El Dorado International Airport | Rio Frio / Progreso Airport |
| IATA Code | BOG | RFR |
| ICAO Code | SKBO | MRRF |
| City | Bogota | Rio Frio / Progreso |
| Country | Colombia | Costa Rica |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Costa_Rica |
| Elevation | 8,361 ft | 350 ft |
| Coordinates | 4.700000, -74.150000 | 10.330000, -83.890000 |
Bogota (BOG) to Rio Frio / Progreso (RFR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) in Bogota, Colombia to Rio Frio / Progreso Airport (RFR) in Rio Frio / Progreso, Costa Rica is 1,242 kilometers (772 miles / 671 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying west northwest at a heading of 301°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Colombia with Costa Rica. 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 01:59 in Bogota, it's 00:59 in Rio Frio / Progreso.
There is a significant elevation difference of 8,011 feet between the two airports. Rio Frio / Progreso Airport sits lower than El Dorado International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Rio Frio / Progreso (RFR) to Bogota (BOG) follows a heading of 120° (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 El Dorado International Airport (BOG) and Rio Frio / Progreso Airport (RFR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.