Flying from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Nairobi: what you need to know
El Dorado International Airport is located in Bogota. Based in the UTC+3 timezone, Nairobi is eight hours ahead of Bogota.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your BOG to Nairobi flight.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing for plane tickets from BOG to Nairobi, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
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Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Bogota, BOG can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near BOG? If you're catching an early flight from El Dorado International Airport to Nairobi, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
72.09% of flights departing from El Dorado International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Nairobi
742 € is currently the best price for a one-way El Dorado International Airport to Nairobi flight. A return plane ticket starts at 1.254 €. These prices can change based on availability.
To find cheap flights from BOG to Nairobi, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to central Nairobi takes about 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from El Dorado International Airport to Nairobi, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near NBO:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Jomo Kenyatta International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Green Motion or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Nairobi and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from BOG to Nairobi can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Wilson Airport (WIL)
Wilson Airport (WIL) is about 3 kilometres from central Nairobi. After your flight from El Dorado International Airport to Nairobi, it'll take you around 15 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near WIL. Unwind and get cosy after your BOG to Nairobi flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Why wait around for public transport? A Wilson Airport rental car lets you start exploring right away. Find the perfect playlist and hit the open road with a set of wheels from Auto-Union or Unicorn rent a car.
Typically, the sooner you book, the better the prices and selection of vehicles. Reserve your ride from WIL as soon as you've confirmed your plans.
Best time to go to Nairobi
Visit Nairobi in high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from El Dorado International Airport to Nairobi during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Book an El Dorado International Airport to Nairobi plane ticket with a departure in March to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from BOG to Nairobi around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Nairobi
After booking your flight from El Dorado International Airport to Nairobi, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Nairobi:
The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Nairobi National Park are just two of the big attractions to put on your Nairobi to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Westlands Maasai Market D at the roof top.
Explore more of Kenya
Nairobi is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Kenya just waiting to be explored. About 434 kilometres south-east of Nairobi, a visit to Mombasa will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Fort Jesus, Haller Park and Old Town of Mombasa.
Nakuru is another must-experience destination in Kenya and is around 145 kilometres north-west of Nairobi. No trip is complete without experiencing ARTHUR GARDENS (WEDDING/EVENT GROUNDS), Upper Hill estate and Muhia's Conservation Forest.