Airport Comparison
| BOG | FCS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | El Dorado International Airport | Butts Army Air Field (Fort Carson) Airport |
| IATA Code | BOG | FCS |
| ICAO Code | SKBO | KFCS |
| City | Bogota | Fort Carson |
| Country | Colombia | United States |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 8,361 ft | 5,874 ft |
| Coordinates | 4.700000, -74.150000 | 38.680000, -104.760000 |
Bogota (BOG) to Fort Carson (FCS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) in Bogota, Colombia to Butts Army Air Field (Fort Carson) Airport (FCS) in Fort Carson, United States is 4,879 kilometers (3,032 miles / 2,634 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 325°.
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 15:10 in Bogota, it's 13:10 in Fort Carson.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,487 feet between the two airports. Butts Army Air Field (Fort Carson) 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 Fort Carson (FCS) to Bogota (BOG) follows a heading of 133° (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 Butts Army Air Field (Fort Carson) Airport (FCS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.