Travelling from Valledupar Airport (VUP) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Valledupar Airport to El Dorado International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 25 minutes.
Valledupar and Bogota follow the same timezone, UTC-5.
Take your pick of 312 weekly Valledupar Airport to El Dorado International Airport flights. The 08:31 departure with AVIANCA is the earliest available. AVIANCA operates the last service of the day at 22:16.
Give yourself enough time to make your VUP to BOG flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as January? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
AVIANCA offers direct flights from Valledupar Airport to El Dorado International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Bogota — and maybe even more of Colombia if you have time.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with AVIANCA on this route.
AVIANCA is the most punctual carrier operating VUP to BOG flights, with 70.36% of its services arriving on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Valledupar Airport (VUP) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Right now, RM281 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Valledupar Airport to El Dorado International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM542. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Book five months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from VUP to BOG.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Valledupar Airport to El Dorado International Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from VUP to BOG.
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Handy information about Valledupar Airport (VUP)
Of all flights leaving Valledupar Airport, 70.36% land on schedule at their destination.
Valledupar Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Valledupar. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near VUP. Whether you're taking an early flight from Valledupar Airport to El Dorado International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Valledupar Airport to El Dorado International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BOG instead:
Follow your own route 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 booking your ride from El Dorado International Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to central Bogota
El Dorado International Airport to the centre of Bogota has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
August is the busiest month for flights from Valledupar Airport to El Dorado International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Bogota in April.
When reserving your flight from Valledupar Airport to El Dorado International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Bogota, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Look for cheap tickets from VUP to BOG around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Colombia
You've seen Bogota, now it's time to discover other corners of Colombia. Travel about 306 kilometres south-west to Cali to tick off its leading sights. From Cristo Rey to Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 241 kilometres north-west of Bogota, Medellin is another essential stop in Colombia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza.