Travelling from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG): what you need to know
Bogota's timezone is UTC-5, making Bogota eight hours behind Jeddah.
Your JED to BOG flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from King Abdulaziz International Airport to El Dorado International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between JED and BOG:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
R 10,936 is the lowest price for a one-way King Abdulaziz International Airport to El Dorado International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 27,626. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from JED to BOG if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to El Dorado International Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from JED to BOG by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to El Dorado International Airport.
Handy information about King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
King Abdulaziz International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from JED land at their destination as scheduled 81.7% of the time.
To reach King Abdulaziz International Airport from central Jeddah, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Need a handy hotel close to JED? If you're catching an early flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to El Dorado International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a King Abdulaziz International Airport to El Dorado International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BOG instead:
Grab an El Dorado International Airport rental car and discover Bogota and beyond with your own set of wheels. Renta Facil, Localiza and Green Motion are well-known companies you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from El Dorado International Airport around one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to central Bogota
El Dorado International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Bogota. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
The quietest month for a flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to El Dorado International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Bogota based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Bogota is September, with the temperature ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Lock in your flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to El Dorado International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Search for cheap tickets from JED to BOG sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Colombia
You've visited Bogota, now it's time to explore more of Colombia. Journey about 306 kilometres south-west to Cali to check off its top attractions. From Cristo Rey to Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 241 kilometres north-west of Bogota, Medellin is another essential stop in Colombia. No visit is complete without checking out Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza.
