Flying from Matecana International Airport (PEI) to Palonegro International Airport (BGA): what you need to know
Pereira and Bucaramanga share the UTC-5 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PEI to BGA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Flying during a peak month like January? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Matecana International Airport to Palonegro International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between PEI and BGA:
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
Rafael Nunez International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Matecana International Airport (PEI) to Palonegro International Airport (BGA)
$84 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Matecana International Airport to Palonegro International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $169. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from PEI to BGA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Matecana International Airport to Palonegro International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Matecana International Airport (PEI)
Of the departures from Matecana International Airport, 61.6% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Pereira to Matecana International Airport is approximately 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near PEI. Whether you have an early flight from Matecana International Airport to Palonegro International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Palonegro International Airport (BGA)
If you're landing on a late Matecana International Airport to Palonegro International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near BGA:
Grab a Palonegro International Airport rental car and explore Bucaramanga and beyond with your own wheels. Localiza, Sixt and Alamo are well-known companies you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Palonegro International Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Palonegro International Airport (BGA) to central Bucaramanga
From Palonegro International Airport, Bucaramanga is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Palonegro International Airport (BGA)
The quietest month for a flight from Matecana International Airport to Palonegro International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Bucaramanga based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Bucaramanga is February, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 26ºC. Book your flights from Matecana International Airport to Palonegro International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 10ºC and 26ºC. Look for cheap tickets from PEI to BGA sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Colombia
Bucaramanga has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Colombia waiting to be discovered. Around 290 kilometres south of Bucaramanga, a visit to Bogota will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
Around 290 kilometres west of Bucaramanga, Medellin is another essential stop in Colombia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza.