Flying from Melbourne to El Dorado International Airport (BOG): What you need to know
Planning your trip begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to El Dorado International Airport (BOG) out of here.
The timezone in Bogota is UTC-5, which is 16 hours behind Melbourne. El Dorado International Airport is located in Bogota.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Melbourne to BOG. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Whether you're eager to explore a new place along the way or just take a break, we make it easy to find a flight with a stopover. To check out your options departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Melbourne to BOG.
Located around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne to El Dorado International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
67.71% of flights that leave from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can get to AVV from the centre of Melbourne in approximately 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Unwind before your Melbourne to BOG flight at a hotel close to Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can roll out of bed and get to the airport with time to spare.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 80.09% of them arriving right on cue.
About El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
If you have a late flight from Melbourne to El Dorado International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near BOG:
Pick up an El Dorado International Airport rental car and explore Bogota and beyond with your own wheels. Renta Facil, Localiza and Green Motion are top outlets you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around one week ahead of your Melbourne to El Dorado International Airport flight.
Getting from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to central Bogota
The centre of Bogota is roughly 8 kilometres from El Dorado International Airport. Travel times by car rental or cab will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
C$960 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to El Dorado International Airport. Return flights start at C$1,713. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Melbourne to BOG if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Melbourne to El Dorado International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Filters make it easier to snap up a deal on your flight from Melbourne to El Dorado International Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning your trip dates. April is the quietest month to visit Bogota. August is when most people book flights from Melbourne to El Dorado International Airport (BOG), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.
The warmest month in Bogota is September, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Book your Melbourne to BOG flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to El Dorado International Airport in January when temperatures are between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Bogota
Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne 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 trip won't be complete without checking out the sights. Big-name 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 places in Colombia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Bogota. Around 241 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include EcoParque Comuna 13, Palacio de Bellas Artes and Museo comuna 13.
Around 290 kilometres north-east of Bogota, Bucaramanga is another favourite stop in Colombia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Catedral de la Sagrada Familia, Panachi and Canon Del Chicamocha.