Travelling from Mexico City to El Dorado International Airport (BOG): what you need to know
Mexico City is home to two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Mexico City to El Dorado International Airport (BOG) leaving from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU).
4 hours 36 minutes is the average journey time for a direct flight from Mexico City to El Dorado International Airport.
Bogota is 1 hour ahead of Mexico City. El Dorado International Airport is located in Bogota, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
With 88 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG) is the busiest route. Aeromexico operates the earliest flight at 00:15. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the last flight from MEX to BOG is with Avianca at 23:20.
Your flight from Mexico City to BOG won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
You can jump on a direct flight from Mexico City to El Dorado International Airport (BOG) leaving from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX).
You'll have your choice of carriers that operate direct flights from Mexico City to El Dorado International Airport leaving from MEX. Reserve your trip with one of these:
We make it a cinch to book a flight from Mexico City to BOG with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between MEX and BOG include:
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
From the centre of Mexico City, MEX is approximately 8 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to get there.
Catching an early flight from Mexico City to El Dorado International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near Benito Juarez International Airport:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU)
Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU) operates nonstop flights from Mexico City to El Dorado International Airport (BOG).
You can pick from a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Mexico City to BOG departing from NLU. Set off with any of these carriers and skip the layovers:
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Mexico City to El Dorado International Airport, check out these options when taking off from Santa Lucia Air Force Base:
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
You can get to NLU from the centre of Mexico City in approximately 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 46 minutes to travel the 40 kilometres or so.
It's holiday time, so why not book an extra night away at a hotel near Santa Lucia Air Force Base? Before your flight from Mexico City to BOG, consider staying at Verticca Hotel.
About El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Mexico City to El Dorado International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BOG instead:
Getting from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to central Bogota
El Dorado International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from central Bogota. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 26 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour and 12 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
For a one-way ticket from Mexico City to El Dorado International Airport, RM413 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip from just RM971. These are the lowest fares right now and may differ based on availability.
To snag cheap tickets from Mexico City to BOG, book your trip 2 months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Mexico City to El Dorado International Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a deal you can't miss. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time looking for cheap tickets from Mexico City to BOG every day.
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The best time to fly from Mexico City to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
April is the quietest time to fly to Bogota. Alternatively, join the crowds and visit in August. This is the busiest month for flights from Mexico City to El Dorado International Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Bogota. The warmest month is September. Book your flights from Mexico City to BOG during then and you can expect temperatures of between 8ºC and 20ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 8ºC and 21ºC. Search for cheap flights from Mexico City to El Dorado International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Bogota
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Bogota right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Mexico City to El Dorado International Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Compartir Primera Etapa are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Bogota itinerary.
Complete your Bogota trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Mexico City to El Dorado International Airport to track down your ideal ride. Check out our car rentals in Bogota and compare offers in one place. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.