Travelling from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to Bogota Airport (BOG): what you need to know
Jacksonville and Bogota are both in the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
To ensure you get on your JAX to BOG flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Jacksonville International Airport to Bogota Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between JAX and BOG:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
Miami International Airport
Handy information about Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
JAX is located at 2400 Yankee Clipper Drive.
81% of flights leaving Jacksonville International Airport touch down at their destination as planned. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from JAX.
Jacksonville International Airport is about 29 kilometres from central Jacksonville. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Bogota Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near JAX:
Arriving at Bogota Airport (BOG)
If you're arriving on a late Jacksonville International Airport to Bogota Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near BOG:
Hit the road running by picking up a Bogota Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Renta Facil, Localiza or Green Motion and experience the lesser-explored corners of Bogota and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Bogota Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from Bogota Airport (BOG) to central Bogota
Bogota Airport to central Bogota has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport takes around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Bogota Airport (BOG)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Bogota Airport. November is the busiest month to visit Bogota. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Bogota Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Bogota, with the temperature ranging from 8ºC to 20ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JAX to BOG in January. Average temperatures are between 8ºC and 21ºC then.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Colombia you should also see. About 306 kilometres south-west of Bogota, a visit to Cali will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Cristo Rey, El Retiro Park and Parque Simón Bolívar.
Medellin is another must-experience destination in Colombia and is around 241 kilometres north-west of Bogota. No trip is complete without a visit to EcoParque Comuna 13, Palacio de Bellas Artes and Museo comuna 13.
