Travelling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG): what you need to know
Around 13 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to El Dorado International Airport.
Bogota is eight hours behind Istanbul and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Take your pick of ten weekly Istanbul Ataturk Airport to El Dorado International Airport flights. The 08:25 departure with Turkish Airlines is the earliest flight available. Turkish Airlines operates the last service of the day at 09:40.
Your IST to BOG flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Turkish Airlines offers direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to El Dorado International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Bogota — and maybe even more of Colombia if time allows.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Turkish Airlines.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to El Dorado International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between IST and BOG include:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Rs108,655 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to El Dorado International Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs250,319. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
To secure cheap tickets from IST to BOG, book your trip six months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to El Dorado International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Save time searching for cheap flights from IST to BOG by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to El Dorado International Airport.
Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Central Istanbul to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is around 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey when using public transport will take about 1 hour 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to El Dorado International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near IST:
Arriving at El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
If you're getting in on a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to El Dorado International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near BOG:
Travel at your own speed with an El Dorado International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Renta Facil, Localiza or Green Motion and experience more of Bogota and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from El Dorado International Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to central Bogota
From El Dorado International Airport, Bogota is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
August is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to El Dorado International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Bogota in April.
The warmest month in Bogota is September, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC and 20ºC. Lock in your flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to El Dorado International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IST to BOG in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC and 21ºC then.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Colombia just waiting to be explored. Around 306 kilometres south-west of Bogota, a visit to Cali will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.
Medellin is another sought-after destination in Colombia and is around 241 kilometres north-west of Bogota. No journey is complete without seeing Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza.