Flying from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to El Dorado International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Bogota is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of San Jose.
Take your pick of 227 weekly Juan Santamaria International Airport to El Dorado International Airport flights. The 01:35 departure with AVIANCA is the earliest flight available. AVIANCA operates the latest service of the day at 16:50.
To ensure you catch your SJO to BOG flight, leave 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.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
AVIANCA is your gateway to discovering Bogota (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Colombia!). Check out the direct flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to El Dorado International Airport offered by this popular airline.
Most passengers choose to travel with AVIANCA on this route.
AVIANCA ranks as the leading on-time carrier for SJO to BOG flights, with 82.35% of its services landing as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Juan Santamaria International Airport to El Dorado International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between SJO and BOG:
Tocumen International Airport
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport
Rafael Nunez International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
RM291 is the lowest price for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to El Dorado International Airport flight. Return flights start at RM592. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from SJO to BOG, reserve your trip five months before your departure.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to El Dorado International Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Landing cheap flights from SJO to BOG is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to El Dorado International Airport.
Handy information about Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
When it comes to Juan Santamaria International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79.83% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Juan Santamaria International Airport is about 18 kilometres from central San Jose. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to El Dorado International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to SJO:
Arriving at El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Juan Santamaria International Airport to El Dorado International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BOG instead:
Follow your own route with an El Dorado International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Renta Facil, Localiza or Green Motion and experience more of Bogota and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from El Dorado International Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to central Bogota
El Dorado International Airport to central Bogota has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
The quietest month for a flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to El Dorado International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Bogota based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to El Dorado International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. September is the warmest month in Bogota, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SJO to BOG in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Colombia just waiting to be explored. About 306 kilometres south-west of Bogota, a visit to Cali will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.
Medellin is another well-known destination in Colombia and is around 241 kilometres north-west of Bogota. No trip is complete without a visit to Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza.
