Travelling from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG): what you need to know
The timezone in Bogota is UTC-5, which is six hours behind Bilbao.
To ensure you get on your BIO to BOG flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bilbao Airport to El Dorado International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between BIO and BOG:
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Barcelona-El Prat Airport
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How to find the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
$562 is the best price for a one-way Bilbao Airport to El Dorado International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $1,217. These fares may change based on availability.
To find cheap tickets from BIO to BOG, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your flight from Bilbao Airport to El Dorado International Airport.
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Handy information about Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Bilbao Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 82.76% of flights that take off from BIO arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Central Bilbao to Bilbao Airport is approximately 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Bilbao Airport to El Dorado International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to BIO:
Arriving at El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Bilbao Airport to El Dorado International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BOG instead:
Go where the road takes you with an El Dorado International Airport rental car. Pick up your 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 ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to central Bogota
El Dorado International Airport to central Bogota has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
The quietest month for a flight from Bilbao Airport to El Dorado International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Bogota based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Bilbao Airport to El Dorado International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Bogota, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC to 20ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BIO to BOG in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC and 21ºC then.
Explore more of Colombia
Cali is just one of the many places in Colombia waiting to be explored after you've experienced Bogota. Around 306 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.
If you want to check out another major destination in Colombia, head for Medellin, about 241 kilometres north-west of Bogota. Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza are highlights.