Flying from Sacramento to El Dorado International Airport (BOG): What you need to know
Planning your trip begins with working out where you'll leave from in Sacramento. Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Sacramento to El Dorado International Airport (BOG) departing from here.
The timezone in Bogota is UTC-5, which is two hours ahead of Sacramento. El Dorado International Airport is located in Bogota.
To ensure you catch your flight from Sacramento to BOG, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During high season, expect longer queues and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Sacramento to BOG. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Sacramento International Airport (SMF). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular options:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
SMF is around 19 kilometres from central Sacramento. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Booking a hotel room for the night can take the stress out of reaching the airport on time. If you're searching for a place to stay before your flight from Sacramento to El Dorado International Airport, check out Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas. It's an easy drive from Sacramento International Airport.
Sacramento International Airport has a solid on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from SMF touch down on schedule 82.15% of the time.
You'll find SMF at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Airport (SCK)
SCK is around 88 kilometres from central Sacramento. It'll take you 55 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 3 hours 20 minutes.
The day before your Sacramento to BOG flight, why not enjoy an additional night away? Stay at Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast or Hampton Inn by Hilton Stockton, which are near Stockton Airport.
Stockton Airport has an on-time performance of 55.67%. This figure sheds light on how often flights departing from this airport arrive on time.
The street address for SCK is 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
About El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Book a hotel close to BOG if you have a late flight from Sacramento to El Dorado International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an El Dorado International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Renta Facil, Localiza or Green Motion to explore Bogota and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride around one week in advance of your Sacramento to El Dorado International Airport flight.
Getting from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to central Bogota
Central Bogota is about 8 kilometres from El Dorado International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of time.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sacramento to El Dorado International Airport is ₹ 23,908. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 44,757. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from Sacramento to BOG, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your Sacramento to El Dorado International Airport ticket.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Sacramento to El Dorado International Airport.
The best time to fly from Sacramento to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding when to fly. April is the quietest month to visit Bogota. August is when most people book flights from Sacramento to El Dorado International Airport (BOG), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
Before locking in your Sacramento to BOG flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Bogota, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC to 20ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Sacramento to El Dorado International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC and 21ºC.
More about Bogota
Once you've booked your flight from Sacramento to El Dorado International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bogota:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Free Walking tour Bogotá de la Candelaria, Teatro Colon Bogota and Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City are attractions you won't want to skip in Bogota.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Bogota. Around 241 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include EcoParque Comuna 13, Palacio de Bellas Artes and Museo comuna 13.
Around 290 kilometres north-east of Bogota, Bucaramanga is another favourite stop in Colombia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Catedral de la Sagrada Familia, Panachi and Canon Del Chicamocha.
