Flying from London International Airport (YXU) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG): what you need to know
Bogota's timezone is UTC-5, making Bogota one hour behind London.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your YXU to BOG flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from London International Airport (YXU) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
R 5,796 is currently the lowest price for a one-way London International Airport to El Dorado International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 40,888. These fares can change based on demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from YXU to BOG if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for a flight from London International Airport to El Dorado International Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from YXU to BOG.
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Handy information about London International Airport (YXU)
Of the departures from London International Airport, 50.41% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
London International Airport is about 11 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near YXU? If you've booked an early flight from London International Airport to El Dorado International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
If you're coming in on a late London International Airport to El Dorado International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near BOG:
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 leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from El Dorado International Airport about one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to central Bogota
El Dorado International Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from central Bogota. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from London International Airport to El Dorado International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Bogota. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Bogota is September, with the temperature ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Book your flights from London International Airport to El Dorado International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from YXU to BOG in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
Explore more of Colombia
Cali is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be explored after you've experienced Bogota. Around 306 kilometres away to the south-west, its top attractions include Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.
If there's time to check out another side of Colombia, head for Medellin, about 241 kilometres north-west of Bogota. Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza are among the biggest draws.
