BOG
Bogota
Colombia
6,641 km
4,127 miles
SHN
Shelton
United States
Distance
6,641 km
4,127 mi / 3,586 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Bogota
Heading
324°
northwest

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BOG SHN
Airport Name El Dorado International Airport Sanderson Field
IATA Code BOG SHN
ICAO Code SKBO KSHN
City Bogota Shelton
Country Colombia United States
Timezone America/Bogota America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 8,361 ft 273 ft
Coordinates 4.700000, -74.150000 47.230000, -123.150000

Bogota (BOG) to Shelton (SHN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) in Bogota, Colombia to Sanderson Field (SHN) in Shelton, United States is 6,641 kilometers (4,127 miles / 3,586 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northwest at a heading of 324°.

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 11:41 in Bogota, it's 08:41 in Shelton. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 8,088 feet between the two airports. Sanderson Field 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 Shelton (SHN) 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 Sanderson Field (SHN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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