Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Zurich Airport to El Dorado International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 11 hours 55 minutes.
Bogota's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Bogota six hours behind Zurich.
Your ZRH to BOG flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Edelweiss Air has direct flights from Zurich Airport to El Dorado International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Bogota — and maybe even more of Colombia if you have time.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Edelweiss Air on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Zurich Airport to El Dorado International Airport flight is £244. A return plane ticket right now is £524. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from ZRH to BOG by booking 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Schedule your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to El Dorado International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from ZRH to BOG.
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Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
69.02% of flights leaving from Zurich Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Zurich to Zurich Airport is approximately 8 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Zurich Airport to El Dorado International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near ZRH:
Arriving at El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Zurich Airport to El Dorado International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BOG instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want 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.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from El Dorado International Airport around one week before you set off.
Getting from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to central Bogota
From El Dorado International Airport, Bogota is approximately 8 miles away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Zurich Airport to El Dorado International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Bogota. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Bogota is September, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Book your flights from Zurich Airport to El Dorado International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ZRH to BOG sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Colombia you'll want to see. About 190 miles south-west of Bogota, a visit to Cali will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Colombia, head for Medellin, about 150 miles north-west of Bogota. Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza are key highlights.
