Flying from Monterrey to El Dorado International Airport (BOG): What you need to know
Monterrey's main base, Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY), is where new adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Monterrey to El Dorado International Airport (BOG).
Take off on a direct Monterrey to El Dorado International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Bogota is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of Monterrey. El Dorado International Airport is located in Bogota.
You can pick from 2 direct flights every week between Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY) and El Dorado International Airport (BOG). This is the most popular route, with VivaAerobus offering a 6:50pm departure from MTY to BOG.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Monterrey to BOG. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in Monterrey
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Monterrey to El Dorado International Airport (BOG) take off from this terminal.
When jetting out of MTY, you can take a direct flight from Monterrey to El Dorado International Airport with VivaAerobus.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between MTY and BOG is VivaAerobus.
With 70.59% of its services arriving as scheduled, VivaAerobus is the top on-time carrier on this route.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Monterrey to BOG leaving from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Located around 31 kilometres from central Monterrey, MTY can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Monterrey to El Dorado International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Of all flights leaving Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport, 68.87% land on schedule at their destination.
About El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Reserve a hotel near BOG if you're catching a late flight from Monterrey to El Dorado International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
Begin your adventure by picking up an El Dorado International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Renta Facil, Localiza or Green Motion and explore beyond Bogota's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle around one week ahead of your Monterrey to El Dorado International Airport flight.
Getting from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to central Bogota
The centre of Bogota is around 8 kilometres from El Dorado International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
Travelling on public transport takes around 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Monterrey to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Monterrey to El Dorado International Airport is 117 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 182 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap flights from Monterrey to BOG by booking seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for bagging a bargain.
December is when you're most likely to find a good deal on a Monterrey to El Dorado International Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on plane tickets from Monterrey to BOG.
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The best time to fly from Monterrey to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
April is the quietest month for flights from Monterrey to El Dorado International Airport (BOG), while August is the busiest. Figure out the best time to visit Bogota based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a Monterrey to BOG plane ticket departing in September if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Bogota to range from 8ºC (46ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Monterrey to El Dorado International Airport in January when temperatures are between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Bogota
Start your Bogota trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Monterrey to El Dorado International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are plenty of fantastic things to do in Bogota when you're ready to see the sights. Kick off your exploring at Free Walking tour Bogotá de la Candelaria. Followed by Teatro Colon Bogota and Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin is just one of the many places in Colombia waiting to be explored after you've seen Bogota. Around 241 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include EcoParque Comuna 13, Palacio de Bellas Artes and Museo comuna 13.
Around 290 kilometres north-east of Bogota, Bucaramanga is another essential stop in Colombia. No visit is complete without checking out Catedral de la Sagrada Familia, Panachi and Canon Del Chicamocha.