Travelling from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Bogota Airport (BOG): what you need to know
Bogota is 16 hours behind Sydney and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your SYD to BOG flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sydney Airport to Bogota Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SYD and BOG:
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Handy information about Sydney Airport (SYD)
66% of flights that depart Sydney Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To reach Sydney Airport from central Sydney, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 8 kms (5 miles) from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport usually takes 15 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to SYD? If you're catching an early flight from Sydney Airport to Bogota Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Bogota Airport (BOG)
Book a hotel near BOG if you're on a late Sydney Airport to Bogota Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Bogota Airport rental car and explore Bogota and beyond with your own wheels. Renta Facil, Localiza and Green Motion are popular outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Bogota Airport around one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Bogota Airport (BOG) to central Bogota
From Bogota Airport, Bogota is approximately 14 kms (9 miles) away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Bogota Airport (BOG)
November is the most popular month for flights from Sydney Airport to Bogota Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Bogota in March.
When booking your flight from Sydney Airport to Bogota Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Bogota, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC to 20ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC and 21ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SYD to BOG sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Colombia
You've seen Bogota, now it's time to explore other corners of Colombia. Travel about 306 kms (190 miles) south-west to Cali to tick off its popular sights. From Cristo Rey to El Retiro Park and Parque Simón Bolívar, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 241 kms (150 miles) north-west of Bogota, Medellin is another essential stop in Colombia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to EcoParque Comuna 13, Palacio de Bellas Artes and Museo comuna 13.