Buguma to Bogotá flights
Bogotá lies 8,964 km (5,570 mi) west of Buguma, -6 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 12 h 15 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Buguma | Bogotá | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Nigeria | Colombia |
| Population | 135,404 | 7.7 million |
| Elevation | 7 m (23 ft) | 2,582 m (8,471 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Lagos) | UTC-5 (America/Bogota) |
| Nearest large airport | PHC, 33 km out | BOG, 13 km out |
Clocks in Bogotá are 6 h behind Buguma right now, so a 12 h 15 min journey lands only 6 h 15 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Bogotá
Crossing from Nigeria into Colombia: money changes from the Naira to the Peso (COP); sockets are NEMA 1-15, NEMA 5-15; the dialling code becomes +57; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648825.
Airports at each end
Leaving Buguma
Buguma is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC), 33 km (21 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,843 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Port Harcourt City Airport / Port Harcourt Air Force Base (PHG, 21 km), Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport (QOW, 86 km).
Arriving in Bogotá
Bogotá is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is El Dorado International Airport (BOG), 13 km (8 mi) from the centre, whose 12,467-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Vanguardia Airport (VVC, 71 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Dorado International Airport | BOG | 13 km (8 mi) | 12,467 ft | 8,361 ft |
| Vanguardia Airport (regional) | VVC | 71 km (44 mi) | 5,616 ft | 1,394 ft |
One end has no runway over 10,000 ft, so at 8,964 km (5,570 mi) this pair is unlikely to be flown nonstop by a wide-body; expect a connection.
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Staying in Bogotá
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Common questions
How far is Bogotá from Buguma?
8,964 km (5,570 mi) in a straight line, west of Buguma.
How long does it take to get from Buguma to Bogotá by air?
About 12 h 15 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Buguma and Bogotá?
Bogotá is 6 h behind at the moment (America/Bogota against Africa/Lagos).
Which airports are used for Buguma to Bogotá flights?
Typically Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG); Bogotá also has VVC.
What currency do I need in Bogotá?
The Peso (COP).
Where can I stay in Bogotá?
Our booking partner lists 3,130+ places to stay in Bogotá, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.