Flying from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Bogota Airport (BOG): what you need to know
Bogota's timezone is UTC-5, making Bogota three hours ahead of Sacramento.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your SMF to BOG flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sacramento International Airport to Bogota Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SMF and BOG:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Miami International Airport
Orlando International Airport
Handy information about Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
You'll find SMF at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Sacramento International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 81% of flights that depart SMF arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Central Sacramento to Sacramento International Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Need a hotel to stay in before your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Bogota Airport? Consider Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas by IHG. Get a good night's sleep here before making your way to SMF.
Arriving at Bogota Airport (BOG)
Consider booking a hotel close to BOG if you're on a late Sacramento International Airport to Bogota Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Bogota Airport rental car and discover Bogota and beyond with your own wheels. Renta Facil, Localiza and Green Motion are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Bogota Airport around one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Bogota Airport (BOG) to central Bogota
Bogota Airport to the centre of Bogota has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 55 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Bogota Airport (BOG)
The quietest month for a flight from Sacramento International Airport to Bogota Airport is March, while November is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Bogota based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Bogota Airport for September if you'd like to go to Bogota during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SMF to BOG sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Colombia just waiting to be discovered. About 306 kilometres south-west of Bogota, a trip to Cali will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Cristo Rey, El Retiro Park and Parque Simón Bolívar.
If you want to check out another side of Colombia, head for Medellin, about 241 kilometres north-west of Bogota. EcoParque Comuna 13, Palacio de Bellas Artes and Museo comuna 13 are among its highlights.