Flying from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to San Cristobal Airport (SCY): what you need to know
To ensure you catch your BOG to SCY flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Pick a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from El Dorado International Airport to San Cristobal Airport. Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport is a popular stopover on the BOG to SCY route.
How to find the cheapest flights from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to San Cristobal Airport (SCY)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way El Dorado International Airport to San Cristobal Airport flight is 193 €. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 334 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from BOG to SCY. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when looking for your flight from El Dorado International Airport to San Cristobal Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from BOG to SCY by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from El Dorado International Airport to San Cristobal Airport.
Handy information about El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Of the flights that depart from El Dorado International Airport, 72.09% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
El Dorado International Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Bogota. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near BOG. Whether you're boarding an early flight from El Dorado International Airport to San Cristobal Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at San Cristobal Airport (SCY)
If you have a late El Dorado International Airport to San Cristobal Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near SCY:
Getting from San Cristobal Airport (SCY) to central San Cristobal
San Cristobal Airport to central San Cristobal has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
When to fly to San Cristobal Airport (SCY)
August is the busiest month for flights from El Dorado International Airport to San Cristobal Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to San Cristobal in April.
Book your flight from El Dorado International Airport to San Cristobal Airport for March if you want to visit San Cristobal during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
September sees average temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BOG to SCY sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Ecuador
You've visited San Cristobal, now it's time to discover other parts of Ecuador. Travel about 88 kilometres west to Puerto Ayora to check off its top attractions. From Jardin Ceramica to Laboratorio de Invertebrados Terrestres and El Edén Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Ecuador, consider Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, about 5 kilometres west of San Cristobal. Playa Tijeretas, El Humedal and Martha Bucaram de Roldos La Concha Acústica are among its highlights.