Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG): what you need to know
Bogota is five hours behind London and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your LGW to BOG flight.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to El Dorado International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between LGW and BOG:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Punta Cana International Airport
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How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to El Dorado International Airport flight is 243 €. A return fare is currently 517 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LGW to BOG. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when looking for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to El Dorado International Airport.
Picking up cheap flights from LGW to BOG is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Gatwick Airport to El Dorado International Airport.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
69.26% of flights that take off from London Gatwick Airport make it to their destination on time.
London Gatwick Airport is around 80 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near LGW? If you're boarding an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to El Dorado International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late London Gatwick Airport to El Dorado International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BOG instead:
Travel at your own pace with an El Dorado International Airport rental car. Pick up 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 vehicle from El Dorado International Airport about one week before 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 about 25 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to El Dorado International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Bogota based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Bogota is September, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Lock in your flights from London Gatwick Airport to El Dorado International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LGW to BOG in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.
Explore more of Colombia
Cali is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Bogota. Around 306 kilometres away to the south-west, its top attractions include Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.
Medellin is another favourite destination in Colombia and is around 241 kilometres north-west of Bogota. No trip is complete without dropping by Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza.