Riobamba to Valledupar flights
Valledupar lies 1,476 km (917 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 2 h 39 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.
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| Riobamba | Valledupar | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ecuador | Colombia |
| Population | 264,048 | 490,075 |
| Elevation | 2,777 m (9,111 ft) | 160 m (525 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Guayaquil) | UTC-5 (America/Bogota) |
| Nearest large airport | LTX, 84 km out | VUP, 3 km out |
| Postal codes | 060101–060114 | 200001–200018 |
What changes when you arrive in Valledupar
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 Valledupar
Valledupar is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Alfonso López Pumarejo Airport (VUP), 3 km (2 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,890 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alfonso López Pumarejo Airport (regional) | VUP | 3 km (2 mi) | 6,890 ft | 483 ft |
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Staying in Valledupar
Our booking partner lists 234 places to stay in Valledupar. Of the 68 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (44), and 1 are five-star. Across 21 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.8 out of 10. Guests have left 7,099 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Valledupar from Riobamba?
1,476 km (917 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Riobamba.
How long does it take to get from Riobamba to Valledupar by air?
About 2 h 39 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 Valledupar?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Riobamba to Valledupar flights?
Typically Cotopaxi International Airport (LTX) to Alfonso López Pumarejo Airport (VUP).
What currency do I need in Valledupar?
The Peso (COP).
Where can I stay in Valledupar?
Our booking partner lists 234 places to stay in Valledupar, 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.