El Dorado International Airport
El Dorado International Airport (IATA: BOG, ICAO: SKBO) serves Bogotá, the capital and largest city of Colombia, and stands as the country's principal international gateway. Situated on the Sabana de Bogotá plateau roughly 15 kilometres northwest of the city centre, the airport sits at an elevation of approximately 2,600 metres above sea level — one of the highest elevations among major international airports in the world. This altitude has practical implications for aircraft performance, fuel loads, and passenger acclimatisation, making El Dorado a distinctive operational environment. The airport opened in 1959 and has grown steadily to become not only Colombia's busiest passenger hub but also one of the leading air-cargo facilities in Latin America, a role reinforced by Bogotá's central geographic position within South America.
Overview
El Dorado International Airport (IATA: BOG, ICAO: SKBO) serves Bogotá, the capital and largest city of Colombia, and stands as the country's principal international gateway. Situated on the Sabana de Bogotá plateau roughly 15 kilometres northwest of the city centre, the airport sits at an elevation of approximately 2,600 metres above sea level — one of the highest elevations among major international airports in the world. This altitude has practical implications for aircraft performance, fuel loads, and passenger acclimatisation, making El Dorado a distinctive operational environment. The airport opened in 1959 and has grown steadily to become not only Colombia's busiest passenger hub but also one of the leading air-cargo facilities in Latin America, a role reinforced by Bogotá's central geographic position within South America.
El Dorado International Airport is most useful when its route network, ground transport and terminal setup match the trip you are taking. Before booking, compare the scheduled departure time with the airport location, connection window and any baggage or check-in requirements attached to your airline.
Airlines
Avianca, Colombia's flag carrier, uses El Dorado as its primary hub and operates an extensive network of domestic routes connecting Bogotá to cities across Colombia, as well as international services throughout the Americas and beyond. LATAM Colombia maintains a meaningful presence here as well. A range of international carriers serve the airport with scheduled services linking Bogotá to major hubs in North America, Europe, and other parts of Latin America. Airlines such as American Airlines, Copa Airlines, Iberia, Air France, and Lufthansa have historically operated routes through El Dorado, though travellers should verify current schedules and carrier availability directly with airlines or booking platforms, as networks change over time.
For any airport, the operating airline matters as much as the marketing airline shown in a search result. Codeshares, partner flights and regional affiliates can affect check-in desks, terminal use, baggage handling and support if a flight is delayed or changed.
Terminals and Transfers
El Dorado operates two passenger terminals. Terminal 1 is the larger of the two and handles the majority of both international and domestic traffic, including most full-service and legacy carrier operations. Terminal 2 is used primarily by low-cost and domestic carriers. Passengers connecting between terminals should allow adequate time, as the two buildings are separate facilities. A significant modernisation programme completed during the 2010s expanded Terminal 1's capacity and updated its infrastructure considerably. Connecting passengers are advised to check with their airline regarding terminal assignments and minimum connection times, particularly when combining international and domestic legs.
Connections through BOG need more planning when flights are on separate tickets, when checked baggage is involved, or when the itinerary changes between domestic and international processing. Build a wider buffer if you need to collect bags, move between terminals or pass through security again.
Ground Transport and Trip Planning
El Dorado International Airport ground transport should be planned around your arrival time, luggage and final destination. Public transport can be efficient where available, while taxis, rideshare and private transfers may be easier for late arrivals, families or travellers with multiple bags.
If you are choosing between airports, compare BOG against nearby alternatives, total ground-transport cost and the reliability of the connection. A slightly higher fare can be worthwhile when it reduces transfer risk or shortens the total journey.
Practical guide
Using El Dorado International Airport without guesswork
Plan BOG around the terminal you use, the type of connection you are making and how predictable you need the trip into Bogota to be.
Confirm whether your flight uses a domestic, international or regional area at BOG. Airport layouts vary, and terminal assumptions are a common source of missed connections.
El Dorado operates two passenger terminals. Terminal 1 is the larger of the two and handles the majority of both international and domestic traffic, including most full-service and legacy carrier operations. Terminal 2 i
Leave extra time when changing terminals, travelling with checked luggage, or arriving during busy morning, evening, holiday or event periods.
Before you leave for BOG
- 1Confirm the terminal and operating airline before leaving for BOG.
- 2Check baggage cut-off times if you are travelling with checked luggage.
- 3Leave extra time for international processing or terminal changes.
- 4Compare ground transport options against traffic and arrival time.
- 5Recheck the flight status before travelling to the airport.
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Terminal and transfer notes
Confirm whether your flight uses a domestic, international or regional area at BOG. Airport layouts vary, and terminal assumptions are a common source of missed connections.
El Dorado operates two passenger terminals. Terminal 1 is the larger of the two and handles the majority of both international and domestic traffic, including most full-service and legacy carrier operations. Terminal 2 i
Leave extra time when changing terminals, travelling with checked luggage, or arriving during busy morning, evening, holiday or event periods.
For El Dorado International Airport, the safest connection plan is based on the operating airline, the terminal shown on your booking and whether your baggage is checked through. If the itinerary uses separate tickets, choose a larger buffer.
Routes
Top routes from BOG
Use these route cards to scan popular destinations, estimated distance and flight time before checking live schedules and fares.
No routes tracked from BOG yet.
Official planning details
Transfers, fares, parking and passenger services at BOG
A source-linked planning layer for details that can change: terminal transfers, transport costs, parking, lounges and accessibility.
Terminal transfer links
TransfersEl Dorado International Airport transfer details can depend on airline, terminal, baggage handling and whether flights are booked on one ticket. Check the operating airline and airport website before relying on a tight connection at BOG.
Check airport transfer informationTransport fares and local access
FaresTransport costs to and from Bogota can vary by public transport, taxi, rideshare, private transfer, tolls and time of day. Confirm current fares before travelling, especially for late arrivals or peak periods.
Review transport informationParking and pre-booking
ParkingParking at El Dorado International Airport may vary by terminal, short-stay area, long-stay area and online booking rules. Compare official parking options with drop-off, pick-up and ground transport before choosing how to reach the airport.
Review airport parking optionsLounges and eligibility
LoungesLounge availability at BOG depends on airline, cabin, alliance status, membership or paid-entry rules. Check the operating airline before travel because access rules and opening hours can change.
Check lounge informationAccessibility and assistance
AccessPassengers needing mobility, sensory, medical or other assistance should confirm airport facilities and arrange airline assistance before travel. Airline-provided help is usually requested through the airline or booking channel.
Review accessibility informationTerminal and parking maps
MapsMaps are useful for finding check-in areas, arrivals paths, parking locations and ground transport pick-up points at El Dorado International Airport. Confirm the terminal before leaving for the airport.
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Useful cost notes
Prices can change, so use these notes to spot likely cost items before checking the official source.
Public transport, taxi, rideshare and private-transfer prices around BOG can change by time, distance, demand and local fees.
Parking prices often vary by car park, stay length and whether online pre-booking is available.
Seat selection, baggage, lounge access, tolls and late-night transport can change the real cost of a trip.
Nearby airports
Other airports in Colombia
Nearby airport options can help when comparing fares, connection times, ground transport and alternate arrival points in Colombia.
FAQ
El Dorado International Airport — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
9 common questions
- El Dorado International Airport is located in Bogota, Colombia (South America), at coordinates 4.700°, -74.140°.
- Its IATA code is BOG and its ICAO code is SKBO.
- El Dorado International Airport serves Bogota, Colombia. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- El Dorado International Airport operates on America/Bogota local time. Departure and arrival times on tickets are always shown in each airport's local time, so double-check the offset when planning connections or pick-ups.
- El Dorado International Airport sits at latitude 4.700° and longitude -74.140°. The map link in the details panel on this page opens the exact location for driving directions.
- Originfacts does not yet track scheduled routes from BOG. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for BOG is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from BOG on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Its address is Bogotá, Colombia, the phone number is +57 1 2662000, the official website is http://www.eldorado.aero/. For flight-specific questions (delays, baggage, rebooking), contact the operating airline directly rather than the airport.
- Yes — Originfacts lists 9 other airports in Colombia. The nearby-airports section on this page links to each of them, which is useful when comparing fares or finding an alternative departure point.