Airport Comparison
| BFR | BOG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Virgil I Grissom Municipal Airport | El Dorado International Airport |
| IATA Code | BFR | BOG |
| ICAO Code | KBFR | SKBO |
| City | Bedford | Bogota |
| Country | United States | Colombia |
| Timezone | America/Indiana/Indianapolis | America/Bogota |
| Elevation | 727 ft | 8,361 ft |
| Coordinates | 38.840000, -86.450000 | 4.700000, -74.150000 |
Bedford (BFR) to Bogota (BOG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Virgil I Grissom Municipal Airport (BFR) in Bedford, United States to El Dorado International Airport (BOG) in Bogota, Colombia is 3,994 kilometers (2,482 miles / 2,157 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south southeast at a heading of 159°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting United States with Colombia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 05:08 in Bedford, it's 05:08 in Bogota.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,634 feet between the two airports. El Dorado International Airport sits higher than Virgil I Grissom Municipal Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Bogota (BOG) to Bedford (BFR) follows a heading of 344° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Virgil I Grissom Municipal Airport (BFR) and El Dorado International Airport (BOG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.