The flight distance from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) in Bogota, Colombia to Sadiq Abubakar III International Airport (SKO) in Sokoto, Nigeria is 8,740 kilometers (5,431 miles / 4,719 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east northeast at a heading of 78°.

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 Nigeria. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:57 in Bogota, it's 10:57 in Sokoto. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,351 feet between the two airports. Sadiq Abubakar III International 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 Sokoto (SKO) to Bogota (BOG) follows a heading of 272° (west). 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 Sadiq Abubakar III International Airport (SKO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.