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Distance from Bogotá to Essen

Straight line

8,992 km
5,587 mi · 4,855 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 11 h 44 min

Direction

NE 39°
initial bearing

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How far is Bogotá from Essen?

Bogotá (Colombia) and Essen (Germany) are very far apart: 8,992 km in a straight line, that is 5,587 miles or 4,855 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Bogotá, Essen lies to the north-east (initial bearing 39°). The route crosses from Colombia into Germany. The halfway point is at 34.5067°, -44.6980°.

A direct flight would take about 11 h 44 min (800 km/h cruise plus take-off and landing). The road distance and driving time are calculated on the map from OpenStreetMap roads.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Bogotá from Essen?

The straight-line distance between Bogotá and Essen is 8,992 km (5,587 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Essen from Bogotá?

Essen is to the north-east of Bogotá, at an initial bearing of 39°.

How long is the flight from Bogotá to Essen?

A direct flight would take about 11 h 44 min at an average cruising speed of 800 km/h.

How is the distance calculated?

The straight-line distance is computed on the WGS84 ellipsoid with the Vincenty formula, accurate to the metre. The road distance comes from OpenStreetMap roads.