Flying from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG): what you need to know
Bogota is two hours ahead of San Diego and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your SAN to BOG flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Diego International Airport to El Dorado International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SAN and BOG:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
133 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way San Diego International Airport to El Dorado International Airport flight. Return flights start from 304 €. These fares can change depending on demand.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from SAN to BOG. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a flight from San Diego International Airport to El Dorado International Airport.
Picking up cheap flights from SAN to BOG is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from San Diego International Airport to El Dorado International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)
You'll find SAN at Airport Drive.
71.38% of flights that depart San Diego International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
San Diego International Airport is around 5 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 20 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to SAN? If you've booked an early flight from San Diego International Airport to El Dorado International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
If you're getting in on a late San Diego International Airport to El Dorado International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these options near BOG:
Go where the road takes you with an El Dorado International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Renta Facil, Localiza or Green Motion and chase adventure across Bogota and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from El Dorado International Airport about one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to central Bogota
El Dorado International Airport to central Bogota has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from San Diego International Airport to El Dorado International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Bogota. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from San Diego International Airport to El Dorado International Airport for September if you'd like to go to Bogota during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SAN to BOG in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
Explore more of Colombia
You've visited Bogota, now it's time to discover other parts of Colombia. Travel around 306 kilometres south-west to Cali to tick off its popular sights. From Cristo Rey to Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Colombia, consider Medellin, about 241 kilometres north-west of Bogota. Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza are highlights.