Travelling from Brussels to El Dorado International Airport (BOG): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Brussels. Check out your options leaving from Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) when reserving your flight from Brussels to El Dorado International Airport (BOG).
Bogota is six hours behind Brussels. El Dorado International Airport is located in Bogota, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Brussels to BOG. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more travellers during high season, it's smart to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Brussels to BOG departing from Brussels Airport (BRU), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Travelling from central Brussels to BRU takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Brussels Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Brussels to El Dorado International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just the thing:
71.97% of flights taking off from Brussels Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Break up your flight from Brussels to El Dorado International Airport with a stop at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD). A major stopover between Brussels S. Charleroi Airport and BOG, it's a good opportunity to unwind before the next leg of your journey.
On public transport, you can travel from central Brussels to CRL in about 1 hour 35 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 55 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport the day before your Brussels to BOG flight:
71.71% of all departures from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Have a late flight from Brussels to El Dorado International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near BOG and get cozy, quick:
Explore without limits with an El Dorado International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Renta Facil, Localiza or Green Motion and see more of Bogota and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Brussels to El Dorado International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to central Bogota
The centre of Bogota is about 8 kilometres from El Dorado International Airport. Journey times by cab or car rental will vary based on traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of your trip.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
C$451 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Brussels to El Dorado International Airport. A return flight starts at C$968. These prices can change based on availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Brussels to BOG. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Brussels to El Dorado International Airport tickets across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a better deal is available on flight tickets from Brussels to BOG.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Brussels to El Dorado International Airport.
The best time to fly from Brussels to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
August is the busiest month for flights from Brussels to El Dorado International Airport (BOG). Plan your visit to Bogota in April if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Bogota is September, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Book your Brussels to BOG flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January has temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Brussels to El Dorado International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Bogota
After booking your flight from Brussels to El Dorado International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bogota:
Your Bogota visit isn't complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions that belong on your itinerary 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 discovered after you've experienced Bogota. Around 241 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include EcoParque Comuna 13, Palacio de Bellas Artes and Museo comuna 13.
Bucaramanga is another standout destination in Colombia and is around 290 kilometres north-east of Bogota. No trip is complete without a visit to Catedral de la Sagrada Familia, Panachi and Canon Del Chicamocha.