Flying from Rio De Janeiro to El Dorado International Airport (BOG): What you need to know
Rio De Janeiro's main base, Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), is where new adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Rio De Janeiro to El Dorado International Airport (BOG).
6 hours 20 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Rio De Janeiro to El Dorado International Airport flight.
Bogota is two hours behind Rio De Janeiro. El Dorado International Airport is located in Bogota, which is in the UTC-5 timezone.
The most popular route is from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG), with 14 direct weekly services. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from GIG to BOG is the 1:30am AVIANCA service. If a later start suits your schedule, the final departure is at 7:25am with AVIANCA.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Rio De Janeiro to BOG.
In high season, expect longer wait times and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Rio De Janeiro to El Dorado International Airport (BOG) take off from this terminal.
AVIANCA is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Rio De Janeiro to El Dorado International Airport leaving from GIG.
AVIANCA is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from GIG to BOG.
Among carriers operating on this route, AVIANCA has the best record for on-time arrivals.
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to BOG that include a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between GIG and BOG include:
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Located around 18 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro, GIG can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to El Dorado International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
When it comes to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79.57% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
SDU is around 2 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. It'll take you 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 15 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Santos Dumont Airport the day before your Rio De Janeiro to BOG flight:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Santos Dumont Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 78.67%.
About El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Consider staying in a hotel close to BOG if you're catching a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to El Dorado International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an El Dorado International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Renta Facil, Localiza or Green Motion to explore Bogota and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle around one week before your Rio De Janeiro to El Dorado International Airport flight.
Getting from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to central Bogota
Central Bogota is around 8 kilometres from El Dorado International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research before your trip.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
At the moment, Rs45,904 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to El Dorado International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs108,168. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to BOG, book your flight ticket nine months before your planned departure.
The best month for finding cheap Rio De Janeiro to El Dorado International Airport tickets is February. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
August is the busiest month for flights from Rio De Janeiro to El Dorado International Airport (BOG). Visit Bogota in April for a quieter experience.
When booking your Rio De Janeiro to BOG flight ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. September is the warmest month in Bogota, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC to 20ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to El Dorado International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC and 21ºC.
More about Bogota
After booking your flight from Rio De Janeiro to El Dorado International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bogota:
Free Walking tour Bogotá de la Candelaria. And Teatro Colon Bogota are a couple of top attractions to put on your Bogota must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Bogota. Around 241 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including EcoParque Comuna 13, Palacio de Bellas Artes and Museo comuna 13.
Bucaramanga is another well-known destination in Colombia and is around 290 kilometres north-east of Bogota. No journey is complete without experiencing Catedral de la Sagrada Familia, Panachi and Canon Del Chicamocha.