Traveling from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Tampa International Airport (TPA): what you need to know
The timezone in Tampa is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Bogota.
Give yourself enough time to catch your BOG to TPA flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from El Dorado International Airport to Tampa International Airport. These are the top stopovers between BOG and TPA:
Miami International Airport
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
$161 is the best price for a one-way El Dorado International Airport to Tampa International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $326. These fares can change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from BOG to TPA, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a flight from El Dorado International Airport to Tampa International Airport.
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Handy information about El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
When it comes to El Dorado International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 72.09% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Bogota to El Dorado International Airport is around 13 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Catching an early flight from El Dorado International Airport to Tampa International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to BOG:
Arriving at Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Reserve a hotel close to TPA if you're taking a late El Dorado International Airport to Tampa International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Tampa International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and explore beyond Tampa's usual tourist stops.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Tampa International Airport around one week before traveling.
Getting from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to central Tampa
You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.
From Tampa International Airport, Tampa is approximately 13 kilometers away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the center by car.
Traveling to the center by public transport will take you roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The quietest month for a flight from El Dorado International Airport to Tampa International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Tampa based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from El Dorado International Airport to Tampa International Airport for August if you'd like to visit Tampa during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BOG to TPA in January. Average temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Tampa. Around 274 kilometers away to the north, well-known attractions include Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in United States, head for Miami, roughly 338 kilometers south-east of Tampa. Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena are among its highlights.