Flying from San Diego to El Dorado International Airport (BOG): What you need to know
San Diego's main base, San Diego International Airport (SAN), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from San Diego to El Dorado International Airport (BOG).
Bogota is two hours ahead of San Diego. El Dorado International Airport is located in Bogota, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from San Diego to BOG.
With more travellers during peak seasons, it's wise to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from San Diego to BOG with a stopover. To explore all the options departing from San Diego International Airport (SAN), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between SAN and BOG include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
SAN is around 5 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 20 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from San Diego to El Dorado International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near San Diego International Airport:
When it comes to San Diego International Airport's on-time performance, 71.38% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
The address for SAN is N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
You can arrive at CLD from central San Diego in approximately 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 2 hours 15 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your San Diego to BOG flight, unwind in one of these hotels near McClellan-Palomar Airport:
About El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
If you're coming in on a late flight from San Diego to El Dorado International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near BOG:
Pick up an El Dorado International Airport rental car and discover Bogota and beyond with your own wheels. Renta Facil, Localiza and Green Motion are popular outlets to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride around one week in advance of your San Diego to El Dorado International Airport flight.
Getting from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to central Bogota
El Dorado International Airport to central Bogota is around 8 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
₹ 14,921 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from San Diego to El Dorado International Airport. Return flights start at ₹ 33,971. These fares may change depending on demand.
To find cheap flights from San Diego to BOG, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest San Diego to El Dorado International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from San Diego to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning the timing of your trip. April is the quietest month to visit Bogota. August is when most people book flights from San Diego to El Dorado International Airport (BOG), which may be perfect if you're after more action.
Lock in a San Diego to BOG flight ticket departing in September if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Bogota to range from 8ºC to 20ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from San Diego to El Dorado International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC and 21ºC.
More about Bogota
Start your Bogota trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from San Diego to El Dorado International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Your trip to Bogota should come with a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions you won't want to miss include Free Walking tour Bogotá de la Candelaria, Teatro Colon Bogota and Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be explored after you've seen Bogota. Around 241 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include EcoParque Comuna 13, Palacio de Bellas Artes and Museo comuna 13.
Bucaramanga is another essential stop in Colombia and is around 290 kilometres north-east of Bogota. No journey is complete without seeing Catedral de la Sagrada Familia, Panachi and Canon Del Chicamocha.
