Flying from Tampa to Palonegro International Airport (BGA): What you need to know
Bucaramanga (where Palonegro International Airport is located) and Tampa share the UTC-5 timezone. You can plan your trip without factoring in timezone differences.
Your flight from Tampa to BGA won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
March is a busy month for air travel. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like July Fourth, show up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Tampa, TPA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
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78% of flights that leave from Tampa International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
You can get to PIE from central Tampa in approximately 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.
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St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 77%. This figure sheds light on how often flights departing from this airport land at their destination on time.
You'll find PIE at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About Palonegro International Airport (BGA)
Book a hotel near BGA if you have a late flight from Tampa to Palonegro International Airport. Check in to one of these options and be in bed in no time flat:
To get the best deal, book your ride around two weeks in advance of your Tampa to Palonegro International Airport flight.
Getting from Palonegro International Airport (BGA) to central Bucaramanga
From Palonegro International Airport, central Bucaramanga is around 31 kilometres away. It takes about 40 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Palonegro International Airport (BGA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Palonegro International Airport is 205 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 311 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Tampa to BGA if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Tampa to Palonegro International Airport (BGA)
February is the busiest month for flights from Tampa to Palonegro International Airport (BGA). Plan your visit to Bucaramanga in December for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in Bucaramanga is February, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your Tampa to BGA plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Tampa to Palonegro International Airport in January when temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Bucaramanga
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Your trip to Bucaramanga wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions that belong on your itinerary include Catedral de la Sagrada Familia, Panachi and Canon Del Chicamocha.
Explore more of Colombia
You've done Bucaramanga, now it's time to discover other parts of Colombia. Journey about 290 kilometres south to Bogota to check off its top sights. From Teatro Colon Bogota to Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City and Museum of Contemporary Art of Bogota, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 274 kilometres west of Bucaramanga, Medellin is another favourite stop in Colombia. Start your sightseeing at EcoParque Comuna 13, Palacio de Bellas Artes and Museo comuna 13.
