Riobamba to Soacha flights
Soacha lies 852 km (529 mi) north-east of Riobamba, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 51 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.
| Riobamba | Soacha | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ecuador | Colombia |
| Population | 264,048 | 655,025 |
| Elevation | 2,777 m (9,111 ft) | 2,565 m (8,415 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Guayaquil) | UTC-5 (America/Bogota) |
| Nearest large airport | LTX, 84 km out | BOG, 16 km out |
| Postal codes | 060101–060114 | 250051–250058 |
What changes when you arrive in Soacha
Crossing from Ecuador into Colombia: money changes from the Dollar to the Peso (COP); the dialling code becomes +57; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648825.
Airports at each end
Leaving Riobamba
Riobamba is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Cotopaxi International Airport (LTX), 84 km (52 mi) from the centre, whose 12,117-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Coronel E Carvajal Airport (XMS, 92 km).
Arriving in Soacha
Soacha is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is El Dorado International Airport (BOG), 16 km (10 mi) from the centre, whose 12,467-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Vanguardia Airport (VVC, 81 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Dorado International Airport | BOG | 16 km (10 mi) | 12,467 ft | 8,361 ft |
| Vanguardia Airport (regional) | VVC | 81 km (50 mi) | 5,616 ft | 1,394 ft |
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Staying in Soacha
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Common questions
How far is Soacha from Riobamba?
852 km (529 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Riobamba.
How long does it take to get from Riobamba to Soacha by air?
About 1 h 51 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Riobamba and Soacha?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Riobamba to Soacha flights?
Typically Cotopaxi International Airport (LTX) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG); Soacha also has VVC.
What currency do I need in Soacha?
The Peso (COP).
Where can I stay in Soacha?
Our booking partner lists 12 places to stay in Soacha, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
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.