Valledupar to Popayán flights
Popayán lies 967 km (601 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 1 h 59 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 | Popayán | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Colombia | Colombia |
| Population | 490,075 | 318,059 |
| Elevation | 160 m (525 ft) | 1,725 m (5,659 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Bogota) | UTC-5 (America/Bogota) |
| Nearest large airport | VUP, 3 km out | PPN, 2 km out |
| Postal codes | 200001–200018 | 190001–190018 |
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 Popayán
Popayán is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Guillermo León Valencia Airport (PPN), 2 km (1 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,266 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guillermo León Valencia Airport (regional) | PPN | 2 km (1 mi) | 6,266 ft | 5,687 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Popayán from Valledupar?
967 km (601 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Valledupar.
How long does it take to get from Valledupar to Popayán by air?
About 1 h 59 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 Popayán?
No, both are on America/Bogota at the moment.
Which airports are used for Valledupar to Popayán flights?
Typically Alfonso López Pumarejo Airport (VUP) to Guillermo León Valencia Airport (PPN).
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.