BOG
Bogota
Colombia
6,039 km
3,753 miles
SBX
Shelby
United States
Distance
6,039 km
3,753 mi / 3,261 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/Bogota
Heading
330°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

BOG SBX
Airport Name El Dorado International Airport Shelby Airport
IATA Code BOG SBX
ICAO Code SKBO KSBX
City Bogota Shelby
Country Colombia United States
Timezone America/Bogota America/Denver
Elevation 8,361 ft 3,443 ft
Coordinates 4.700000, -74.150000 48.540000, -111.870000

Bogota (BOG) to Shelby (SBX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) in Bogota, Colombia to Shelby Airport (SBX) in Shelby, United States is 6,039 kilometers (3,753 miles / 3,261 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 330°.

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 07:40 in Bogota, it's 05:40 in Shelby.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,918 feet between the two airports. Shelby 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 Shelby (SBX) to Bogota (BOG) follows a heading of 131° (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 Shelby Airport (SBX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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