Transit Desk

Crossing brief

How far is it from Colombia to Japan?

Distance
It is about 14,313 km (8,893 mi) from Colombia to Japan as the crow flies — roughly 19 h 35 min by non-stop flight.

Bogotá to Tokyo

Colombia Japan
Distance
14,313 km
In miles
8,893 mi
Flight time
19 h 35 min
Time change
14 h east

Distance is the great-circle distance between the capitals (Bogotá and Tokyo); flight time is an estimate for a non-stop route at cruising speed. Real schedules vary with routing, winds and connections.

This is a ultra-long-haul route: among the 59 countries we cover, Japan is the #47 closest to Colombia, making it one of the more distant destinations.

Crossing from Colombia to Japan

The practical differences you will notice on this specific trip.

Time on arrivalYou fly east and lose 14 h. On arrival your body clock reads 14 h behind local time — eastward trips take a little longer to adjust to.
PowerNo plug adapter needed — both use Type A/B sockets. Voltage changes from 110V to 100V, so check single-voltage devices.
MoneySwap Colombian Peso (COP) for Japanese Yen (JPY).

Common questions

How far is Colombia from Japan?

About 14,313 km (8,893 miles) in a straight line between the two capitals.

How long is the flight from Colombia to Japan?

A non-stop flight takes roughly 19 h 35 min, though actual times depend on the exact airports and routing.

Will I be jet-lagged flying to Japan?

You fly east and lose 14 h. On arrival your body clock reads 14 h behind local time — eastward trips take a little longer to adjust to.

Updated July 2, 2026