Travelling from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
Amsterdam's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Amsterdam six hours ahead of Bogota.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BOG to AMS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Flying during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from El Dorado International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Here are the top stopovers between BOG and AMS:
London Heathrow Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
At the moment, Rs113,816 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way El Dorado International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs210,520. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BOG to AMS if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from El Dorado International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across every month and land a great deal.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from BOG to AMS.
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Handy information about El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
When it comes to the on-time performance of El Dorado International Airport, 72.09% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
El Dorado International Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Bogota. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near BOG. Whether you're catching an early flight from El Dorado International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
If you're coming in on a late El Dorado International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these hotels near AMS:
Hit the road running by picking up an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Amsterdam and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol around four weeks in advance.
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is roughly 23 kilometres from central Amsterdam. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The quietest month for a flight from El Dorado International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is January, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Amsterdam based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Amsterdam is August, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 24ºC. Book your flights from El Dorado International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol in this month if you like this kind of weather.
February sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap tickets from BOG to AMS sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Netherlands
Amsterdam has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Netherlands just waiting to be explored. About 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam, a trip to Rotterdam will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Markthal, Erasmus Bridge and Euromast Tower.
Around 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam, The Hague is another essential stop in Netherlands. Start your sightseeing at Galerie Pulchri, Faizul-Islam Mosque and The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies.