Flying from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
El Dorado International Airport is located in Bogota. Following the UTC-7 timezone, Los Angeles is two hours behind Bogota.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your BOG to Los Angeles flight.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from BOG to Los Angeles with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
BOG is about 8 kilometres from central Bogota. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Have an early flight from El Dorado International Airport to Los Angeles? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to BOG:
Of the departures from El Dorado International Airport, 72.09% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Los Angeles
₹ 14,504 is currently the lowest price for a one-way El Dorado International Airport to Los Angeles flight. A return flight ticket starts at ₹ 26,117. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from BOG to Los Angeles if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from El Dorado International Airport to Los Angeles across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles is roughly 32 kilometres. It'll take you about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 55 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from El Dorado International Airport to Los Angeles, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near LAX:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and discover more of Los Angeles and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Los Angeles International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from BOG to Los Angeles.
The street address for LAX is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
The centre of Los Angeles is about 32 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY). Once your flight from El Dorado International Airport to Los Angeles has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 35 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 40 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near VNY. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your BOG to Los Angeles flight:
Forget about public transport timetables or long cab queues. Grab a Van Nuys Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Check out the availability and rates from Budget, Dollar and Hertz.
Usually, the sooner you book, the bigger the savings and variety of vehicles. Reserve your ride from VNY once your travel dates are set.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
Before you book your flights from El Dorado International Airport to Los Angeles, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Los Angeles offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season means you'll get better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Lock in an El Dorado International Airport to Los Angeles flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 16ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from BOG to Los Angeles in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 26ºC on average.
More about Los Angeles
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Los Angeles right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from El Dorado International Airport to Los Angeles:
The Broad and Griffith Observatory are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Los Angeles travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of United States you should also see. About 177 kilometres south-east of Los Angeles, a visit to San Diego will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
Around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles, San Jose is another favourite stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
