Airport Comparison
Bogota (BOG) to Upala (UPL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) in Bogota, Colombia to Upala Airport (UPL) in Upala, Costa Rica is 1,381 kilometers (858 miles / 746 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, 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 15:00 in Bogota, it's 14:00 in Upala.
There is a significant elevation difference of 8,177 feet between the two airports. Upala 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 Upala (UPL) to Bogota (BOG) follows a heading of 119° (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 Upala Airport (UPL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.