BOG
Bogota
Colombia
11,022 km
6,849 miles
SYA
Shemya
United States
Distance
11,022 km
6,849 mi / 5,952 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
America/Bogota
Heading
325°
northwest

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BOG SYA
Airport Name El Dorado International Airport Eareckson Air Station
IATA Code BOG SYA
ICAO Code SKBO PASY
City Bogota Shemya
Country Colombia United States
Timezone America/Bogota America/Adak
Elevation 8,361 ft 98 ft
Coordinates 4.700000, -74.150000 52.700000, 174.100000

Bogota (BOG) to Shemya (SYA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) in Bogota, Colombia to Eareckson Air Station (SYA) in Shemya, United States is 11,022 kilometers (6,849 miles / 5,952 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northwest at a heading of 325°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

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 16:02 in Bogota, it's 11:02 in Shemya. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 8,263 feet between the two airports. Eareckson Air Station 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 Shemya (SYA) to Bogota (BOG) follows a heading of 70° (east northeast). 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 Eareckson Air Station (SYA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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