Flying from Sao Paulo to El Dorado International Airport (BOG): What you need to know
Start your holiday planning by working out where you'll board your flight from Sao Paulo to El Dorado International Airport (BOG). Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Viracopos Airport (VCP) are Sao Paulo's main airports.
Around 6 hours is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Sao Paulo to El Dorado International Airport flight.
The timezone in Bogota is UTC-5, which is two hours behind Sao Paulo. El Dorado International Airport is located in Bogota.
With 42 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG) is the most popular route. AVIANCA operates the earliest flight at 1:45am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest flight from GRU to BOG is with LATAM Airlines at 11:45pm.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Sao Paulo to BOG. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Sao Paulo to El Dorado International Airport (BOG) depart from this terminal.
You can lock in a direct flight from Sao Paulo to El Dorado International Airport with AVIANCA. This well-known airline offers services from GRU.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with AVIANCA between GRU and BOG.
LATAM Airlines is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Sao Paulo to BOG leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
GRU is about 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Have an early flight from Sao Paulo to El Dorado International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by staying at one of these hotels close to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport:
When it comes to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 75.54% of flights complete their journey on time.
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH)
You can get to CGH from the centre of Sao Paulo in approximately 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 35 minutes to travel the 10 kilometres or so.
Got an early start? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport the day before your Sao Paulo to BOG flight:
Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport has an on-time performance of 73.8%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that leave from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
From the centre of Sao Paulo, VCP is around 97 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to arrive by car and 3 hours 25 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your Sao Paulo to El Dorado International Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near Viracopos Airport make departure day effortless if you're jetting off early:
The on-time performance record of VCP is 75.02%. In other words, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive as planned.
About El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Have a late flight from Sao Paulo to El Dorado International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near BOG and turn in quicker:
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Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle around one week ahead of your Sao Paulo to El Dorado International Airport flight.
Getting from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to central Bogota
El Dorado International Airport to the centre of Bogota is around 8 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
It takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Right now, $388 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to El Dorado International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $747. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Sao Paulo to BOG if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Affordable Sao Paulo to El Dorado International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
August is the busiest month for flights from Sao Paulo to El Dorado International Airport (BOG). Plan your visit to Bogota in April for a quieter experience.
Before locking in your Sao Paulo to BOG flight ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. September is the warmest month in Bogota, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC to 20ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to El Dorado International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC and 21ºC.
More about Bogota
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Bogota right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to El Dorado International Airport:
Free Walking tour Bogotá de la Candelaria. And Teatro Colon Bogota are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Bogota must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Colombia just waiting to be explored. Around 241 kilometres north-west of Bogota, a trip to Medellin will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like EcoParque Comuna 13, Palacio de Bellas Artes and Museo comuna 13.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Colombia, consider Bucaramanga, roughly 290 kilometres north-east of Bogota. Catedral de la Sagrada Familia, Panachi and Canon Del Chicamocha are highlights.
