Travelling from Los Angeles to Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG): What you need to know
Bogota El Dorado International Airport is located in Bogota. The city follows the UTC-5 timezone and is three hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Los Angeles to BOG.
Flying during a peak month like December? High seasons (like spring break and Thanksgiving) can add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Los Angeles to BOG. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these popular airports:
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Travelling from central Los Angeles to LAX takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 29 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Los Angeles to Bogota El Dorado International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels have you covered:
Los Angeles International Airport has a strong on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from LAX arrive at their destination as scheduled 81% of the time.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
With public transport, you can travel from central Los Angeles to VNY in around 1 hour 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 29 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Los Angeles to BOG flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Van Nuys Airport:
About Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Have a late flight from Los Angeles to Bogota El Dorado International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near BOG and hit the pillow fast:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Bogota El Dorado International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Renta Facil, Localiza or Green Motion and experience the lesser-explored corners of Bogota and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride around one week ahead of your Los Angeles to Bogota El Dorado International Airport flight.
Getting from Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to central Bogota
Central Bogota is around 14 kilometres from Bogota El Dorado International Airport and takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
At the moment, $254 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Bogota El Dorado International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $634. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Los Angeles to BOG, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Affordable Los Angeles to Bogota El Dorado International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
September is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles to Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG), while December is the most popular. Find the best time to visit Bogota based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a Los Angeles to BOG plane ticket departing in September if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Bogota to range from 8ºC to 20ºC.
January has temperatures of between 8ºC and 21ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Bogota El Dorado International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Bogota
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Bogota right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Los Angeles to Bogota El Dorado International Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Free Walking tour Bogotá de la Candelaria., Teatro Colon Bogota and Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City are leading attractions which should be on every Bogota itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin is just one of the many places in Colombia waiting to be explored after you've seen Bogota. Around 241 kilometres away to the northwest, popular attractions include EcoParque Comuna 13, Palacio de Bellas Artes and Museo comuna 13.
Around 290 kilometres northeast of Bogota, Bucaramanga is another favourite stop in Colombia. Start your sightseeing at Catedral de la Sagrada Familia, Panachi and Canon Del Chicamocha.