BOG
Bogota
Colombia
6,506 km
4,043 miles
SLE
Salem
United States
Distance
6,506 km
4,043 mi / 3,513 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Bogota
Heading
321°
northwest

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BOG SLE
Airport Name El Dorado International Airport Mcnary Field
IATA Code BOG SLE
ICAO Code SKBO KSLE
City Bogota Salem
Country Colombia United States
Timezone America/Bogota America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 8,361 ft 213 ft
Coordinates 4.700000, -74.150000 44.910000, -123.000000

Bogota (BOG) to Salem (SLE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) in Bogota, Colombia to Mcnary Field (SLE) in Salem, United States is 6,506 kilometers (4,043 miles / 3,513 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northwest at a heading of 321°.

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 11:33 in Bogota, it's 08:33 in Salem. 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 8,148 feet between the two airports. Mcnary 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 Salem (SLE) to Bogota (BOG) follows a heading of 118° (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 Mcnary Field (SLE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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