Travelling from Los Angeles to El Dorado International Airport (BOG): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning underway by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Los Angeles to El Dorado International Airport (BOG). Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are the two main airports in Los Angeles.
El Dorado International Airport is located in Bogota. The city operates on the UTC-5 timezone and is two hours ahead of Los Angeles.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Los Angeles to BOG.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Los Angeles to BOG that include a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between LAX and BOG include:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Los Angeles to El Dorado International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by staying at one of these stays close to Los Angeles International Airport:
Los Angeles International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from LAX touch down on schedule 81.05% of the time.
The address for LAX is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
VNY is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It'll take you 35 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Los Angeles to BOG flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Van Nuys Airport:
About El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
If you have a late flight from Los Angeles to El Dorado International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near BOG:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an El Dorado International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Renta Facil, Localiza or Green Motion and see more of Bogota and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around one week ahead of your Los Angeles to El Dorado International Airport flight.
Getting from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to central Bogota
El Dorado International Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Bogota. The time it takes to get to the centre by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to El Dorado International Airport is RM436. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM1,151. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Los Angeles to BOG if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
Affordable Los Angeles to El Dorado International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
August is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles to El Dorado International Airport (BOG). Plan your visit to Bogota in April for a more laid-back experience.
When booking your Los Angeles to BOG plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. September is the warmest month in Bogota, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to El Dorado International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Bogota
Start your Bogota trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to El Dorado International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. Free Walking tour Bogotá de la Candelaria, Teatro Colon Bogota and Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City are top attractions which should be on any good Bogota itinerary.
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, its top attractions include EcoParque Comuna 13, Palacio de Bellas Artes and Museo comuna 13.
Bucaramanga is another sought-after destination in Colombia and is around 290 kilometres north-east of Bogota. No trip is complete without experiencing Catedral de la Sagrada Familia, Panachi and Canon Del Chicamocha.