El Dorado Airport in Bogota, also known as Bogota International Airport (BOG), is located 11 kilometers from the Bogota city center and is the main international airport serving Colombia. The airport’s two terminals welcomed nearly 46 million passengers in 2024, making it the busiest airport in Latin America.
Home to one of the world’s oldest airlines, Avianca, Bogota Airport offers flights to more than 100 destinations and is an important hub for long-haul carriers like LATAM and Emirates, and low-cost carriers JetSmart and Wingo.
Bogota Airport Services
Special Assistance
Bogota El Dorado Airport has integrated numerous accessible features into its design, from elevators and ramps to braille and multilingual signs.
Wheelchairs are available for use within the terminal, but if you require one for your entire journey, this will need to be arranged directly through your airline at the time of booking or at least 48 hours in advance.
Passengers with hidden disabilities should make themselves known at the Information desk; Bogota Airport is part of the Sunflower program and can provide a lanyard to signal to other staff that you may require assistance. A sign language representative can also be provided upon request at the Information desk.
Finally, accessible parking and priority lanes are available for the exclusive use of pregnant, elderly, or disabled passengers.
Baggage Services
VIP Services
Bogota Airport Lounges
Free WiFi
Bogota Airport Parking
Hundreds of car spaces are available at Bogota El Dorado Airport. Rates are charged by the minute, and if you’re using the long-term parking lot, rates become cheaper over time. There is no undercover parking; each lot is open-air, including at Terminal 2 (T2).
For anyone picking up a car rental at Bogota Airport, the company you use will direct you to the lot where you can pickup and drop off the rental vehicle.
Short-term parking
Closest to Arrivals and Departures
Rate of €1.50 (COP 6,840) per hour
Ideal for dropping off or picking up
Long-term parking
4-minute walk to the terminal
Rate of €11 (COP 52,100) for first two days
Perfect for extended holidays
Terminal 2 parking
2-minute walk to the terminal
Motorcycle parking available
Hourly rate of Rate of €1.30 (COP 6,300)
Live Arrivals
Live Departures
Terminal Information
Bogota Airport has two main Terminals that are well-equipped to keep passengers comfortable. Terminal 1 (T1) is used for international and domestic flights and is where Piers A-D are found. Terminal 2 is used for domestic flights, with all Gate G and H flights departing from here.
A complimentary airport shuttle bus operates between the two terminals approximately every 20 minutes, stopping at T1 international arrivals and departures, as well as T2.
Terminal 1
Terminal 2
Transportation options to and from Bogota Airport
Transfer to the city center
By Bus
Catch the Transmilenio K86 bus to downtown Bogota in 1 hour
*Departure every 10 minutes
By Taxi
Take a taxi from the stands outside T1 or T2 to any destination
*Or, for a more personalized experience, pre-book a Bogota Airport taxi with Welcome Pickups
By Car
Reach the city center by car in just 20 minutes
*Trip durations vary depending on your final destination and traffic
Airport Shuttle Bus
Free 15-minute shuttle service between terminals
Operational between 05:00-23:00
*Departure every 10 minutes
More connections from Bogota Airport
Taxis and Private Transfers
Imperial Taxi is the only authorized taxi company at Bogota Airport. Available 24/7, taxis depart from the Arrivals curb at each terminal.
A private Bogota Airport transfer can also be arranged. This service guarantees an on-time pick-up with an English-speaking driver, for a competitive fixed fare price.
Bogota Airport Car Rental
Regional Buses
Hotels near Bogota Airport
Practical Information
Opening Hours
Bogota Airport: Open 24 hours, 7 days a week
LATAM Lounge: 03:00-01:00
El Dorado Lounge: Open 24 hours
Recommended Arrival Times
Domestic Flights: Arrive 3 hours in advance
International Flights: Arrive 2 hours in advance
Airport Codes
Bogota Airport Code: BOG
ICAO Code: SKBO
Contact Information
General Contact: [email protected] / +57 601 266 2000
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bogota a good airport?
Bogota Airport is very modern, particularly Terminal 1, and it has all the amenities a modern traveler could need. This includes a wide range of Bogota Airport Shops, free WiFi, charging stations, and business lounges. To get an idea of what the airport looks like before you arrive, we recommend checking out some Bogota Airport photos online.