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Distance from Edinburgh to Bogotá

Straight line

8,400 km
5,220 mi · 4,536 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 11 h

Direction

WSW 257°
initial bearing

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How far is Edinburgh from Bogotá?

Edinburgh (United Kingdom) and Bogotá (Colombia) are very far apart: 8,400 km in a straight line, that is 5,220 miles or 4,536 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Edinburgh, Bogotá lies to the west (initial bearing 257°). The route crosses from United Kingdom into Colombia. The halfway point is at 35.1007°, -49.9361°.

A direct flight would take about 11 h (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 Edinburgh from Bogotá?

The straight-line distance between Edinburgh and Bogotá is 8,400 km (5,220 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Bogotá from Edinburgh?

Bogotá is to the west of Edinburgh, at an initial bearing of 257°.

How long is the flight from Edinburgh to Bogotá?

A direct flight would take about 11 h 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.