Valledupar to Ibarra flights
Ibarra lies 1,247 km (775 mi) south-west of Valledupar, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 21 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.
| Valledupar | Ibarra | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Colombia | Ecuador |
| Population | 490,075 | 221,149 |
| Elevation | 160 m (525 ft) | 2,192 m (7,192 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Bogota) | UTC-5 (America/Guayaquil) |
| Nearest large airport | VUP, 3 km out | UIO, 59 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Ibarra
Crossing from Colombia into Ecuador: money changes from the Peso to the Dollar (USD); the dialling code becomes +593; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648794 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648798.
Airports at each end
Leaving 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.
Arriving in Ibarra
Ibarra is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO), 59 km (37 mi) from the centre, whose 13,445-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Lieutenant Colonel Luis A. Mantilla International Airport (TUA, 69 km), San Luis Airport (IPI, 76 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mariscal Sucre International Airport | UIO | 59 km (37 mi) | 13,445 ft | 7,841 ft |
| Lieutenant Colonel Luis A. Mantilla International Airport (regional) | TUA | 69 km (43 mi) | 8,071 ft | 9,649 ft |
| San Luis Airport (regional) | IPI | 76 km (47 mi) | 8,202 ft | 9,765 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Ibarra from Valledupar?
1,247 km (775 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Valledupar.
How long does it take to get from Valledupar to Ibarra by air?
About 2 h 21 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Valledupar and Ibarra?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Valledupar to Ibarra flights?
Typically Alfonso López Pumarejo Airport (VUP) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO); Ibarra also has TUA, IPI.
What currency do I need in Ibarra?
The Dollar (USD).
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.