Flying from Glasgow to El Dorado International Airport (BOG): what you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Glasgow. Explore your options leaving from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) when organising your flight from Glasgow to El Dorado International Airport (BOG).
Bogota is 5 hours behind Glasgow. El Dorado International Airport is located in Bogota, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Glasgow to BOG, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Glasgow to BOG. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Glasgow International Airport (GLA). Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
From the centre of Glasgow, GLA is around 14 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Glasgow International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Glasgow to El Dorado International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Break up your flight from Glasgow to El Dorado International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross a new place off your list. Popular stopovers between Glasgow Prestwick Airport and BOG are:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
You can get to PIK from central Glasgow in approximately 38 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport will take roughly 53 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before catching your flight from Glasgow to BOG? Relax in a hotel near Glasgow Prestwick Airport before your adventure officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
About El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Consider booking a hotel near BOG if you're taking a late flight from Glasgow to El Dorado International Airport. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to central Bogota
El Dorado International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from central Bogota. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 26 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 12 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
RM2,638 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to El Dorado International Airport. Return flights start from RM3,744. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from Glasgow to BOG, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Glasgow to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
August is the most popular month to board a flight from Glasgow to El Dorado International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Bogota, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Schedule your flight from Glasgow to BOG for September if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Bogota to range from 8ºC to 20ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 8ºC and 21ºC. Search for cheap flights from Glasgow to El Dorado International Airport sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Bogota
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Bogota right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Glasgow to El Dorado International Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Compartir Primera Etapa are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Bogota itinerary.
Complete your Bogota trip with a car rental
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