Travelling from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG): what you need to know
Bogota is five hours behind Glasgow and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your GLA to BOG flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Glasgow International Airport to El Dorado International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between GLA and BOG:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
London Heathrow Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
At the moment, RM2,269 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Glasgow International Airport to El Dorado International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM3,709. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from GLA to BOG if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport to El Dorado International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from GLA to BOG by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Glasgow International Airport to El Dorado International Airport.
Handy information about Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Of the departures from Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% land on time at their destination.
Central Glasgow to Glasgow International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to El Dorado International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near GLA:
Arriving at El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
If you're coming in on a late Glasgow International Airport to El Dorado International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near BOG:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an El Dorado International 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 lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from El Dorado International Airport around one week before you travel.
Getting from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to central Bogota
El Dorado International Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from the centre of Bogota. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
August is the busiest month for flights from Glasgow International Airport to El Dorado International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Bogota in April.
Lock in your flight from Glasgow International Airport to El Dorado International Airport for September if you want to go to Bogota during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from GLA to BOG in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Colombia just waiting to be discovered. About 306 kilometres south-west of Bogota, a visit to Cali will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.
Medellin is another well-known destination in Colombia and is around 241 kilometres north-west of Bogota. No trip is complete without visiting Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza.