Colombia

El Dorado Airport

The airport is located eight miles (13km) west of the centre of Bogota.

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El Dorado Airport (BOG)

Location

The airport is located eight miles (13km) west of the centre of Bogota.

Getting to the city

Travelling time is about 40 minutes into Bogota. Public buses serve the airport but aren't recommended for visitors, who are advised to arrange airport transfers with their hotels or hosts in advance of arrival. However, if this isn't possible, taxis are available at the airport.

Time

Local time is GMT -5.

Car rental

Though car rental is possible at the airport, driving in Colombia is risky and it's recommended that visitors hire a car with a driver rather than opting to self-drive.

Airport Taxis

Taxi booths are located in the terminals where passengers should book taxis and receive a receipt for the fare, agreed in advance. It takes about 40 minutes to get into central Bogota.

Transfer between terminals

Free shuttle buses run frequently between the two terminals.

Facilities

There are two passenger terminals, with a branch of the Banco Popular situated in the main terminal, where travellers can change cash at good rates. ATMs are also available. Snack bars, restaurants and souvenir shops are located on the first floor of the terminal.

Parking

The airport has short- and long-term parking.

www.eldorado.aero/en/