Flying from Palonegro International Airport (BGA) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Palonegro International Airport to El Dorado International Airport is 1 hour.
Bogota's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Bucaramanga.
Each week, there are 156 Palonegro International Airport to El Dorado International Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board as early as possible, select the 06:01 AVIANCA flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 22:48 with LATAM Airlines.
To ensure you get on your BGA to BOG flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
You can travel nonstop to Bogota, Colombia. Jet off with one of these airlines that operate direct flights from Palonegro International Airport to El Dorado International Airport:
Most passengers choose to travel with AVIANCA on this route.
With 71.47% of its services landing on schedule, LATAM Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating BGA to BOG flights.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Palonegro International Airport to El Dorado International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between BGA and BOG:
Camilo Daza International Airport
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Palonegro International Airport (BGA) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Palonegro International Airport to El Dorado International Airport flight is $43. A round-trip ticket is currently $86. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book one month before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BGA to BOG.
Plan your trip for December. That's the cheapest month for flights from Palonegro International Airport to El Dorado International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Handy information about Palonegro International Airport (BGA)
Of all flights departing from Palonegro International Airport, 64.49% land on time at their destination.
Palonegro International Airport is about 19 kilometers from central Bucaramanga. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Booked an early flight from Palonegro International Airport to El Dorado International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near BGA:
Arriving at El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
If you're landing on a late Palonegro International Airport to El Dorado International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these hotels near BOG:
Follow your own route with an El Dorado International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Renta Facil, Localiza or Green Motion and venture far and wide through Bogota and beyond.
Booking your ride from El Dorado International Airport around one week in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to central Bogota
From El Dorado International Airport, Bogota is approximately 13 kilometers away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the center driving.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
August is the busiest month for flights from Palonegro International Airport to El Dorado International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Bogota in April.
When booking your flight from Palonegro International Airport to El Dorado International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Bogota, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BGA to BOG sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Colombia
You've visited Bogota, now it's time to discover more of Colombia. Journey around 306 kilometers south-west to Cali to check off its top sights. From Cristo Rey to Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Medellin is another favorite destination in Colombia and is around 241 kilometers north-west of Bogota. No journey is complete without seeing Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza.