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Eldorado (BOG) in Bogota, Colombia. Terminal info, airlines, transport to city, and flight search on FareEagle.
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Eldorado

Bogota, Colombia

🏷️IATABOG
📍CityBogota
📞Helpline+57 601 2662000
Avenida El Dorado #103-9, Fontibón, Bogotá, Colombia
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ℹ️ About Eldorado

El Dorado International Airport opened in 1959 and is operated by Opain S.A.. It is the largest airport in Colombia and one of the busiest in Latin America, handling over 35 million passengers annually.

Its IATA code is BOG. The airport is a major hub for Avianca and other airlines, serving as a gateway to South America.

Further expansion plans are underway to accommodate increasing passenger traffic.

🏢 Terminals

El Dorado International Airport has two terminals: Terminal 1 (T1) and Terminal 2 (Puente Aéreo). T1 handles both domestic and international flights.

T2 is primarily for domestic flights, historically serving Avianca. T1 has been expanded in recent years to increase capacity.

T1 has 36 gates. The airport has a total capacity of approximately 40 million passengers per year.

🚗 How to Reach Bogota Airport
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Metro/Rail
There is currently no direct metro or rail connection to El Dorado International Airport.
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Bus
TransMilenio operates feeder routes to the airport. Route K86 connects the airport to Portal El Dorado station. SITP (Sistema Integrado de Transporte Público) also provides bus services. Check current routes and fares on the official TransMilenio website.
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Taxis/Cab
Taxis are readily available outside both terminals. Official taxi counters are present. A trip to the city center costs approximately COP 30,000 to COP 40,000. Uber and Cabify also operate at the airport.
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Distance
Approximately 15 km from the city center. Travel time is about 20-30 minutes without traffic, and 45-60 minutes during peak hours.
🛎️ Airport Facilities
Lounges
El Dorado Lounge (domestic and international), Avianca Lounge (domestic and international), LATAM Lounge. Access via Priority Pass, airline status, or paid entry.
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Food & Dining
Numerous restaurants and cafes are available in both terminals, including Subway, Burger King, and Juan Valdez Cafe. Several 24-hour options are available in T1.
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Shopping
Duty-free shops are located in the international area of T1. Stores include Adidas, Victoria's Secret, and several Colombian souvenir shops.
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Connectivity
Free WiFi is available throughout the airport. Connect to the "@ELDORADO Free WiFi" network.
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Banking
ATMs are available in both terminals. Currency exchange services are provided by Cambios Global.
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Medical
Medical services are available 24/7 in Terminal 1.
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Other
Prayer rooms are available. Smoking zones are located outside the terminals.
🅿️ Parking

Short-term, long-term, and premium parking options are available. Rates start at approximately COP 6,900 per hour. Daily rates are around COP 62,100. Pre-booking is available through the airport's website.

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💡 Tips for Travellers
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For domestic flights on Avianca, check if your flight departs from Terminal 2 (Puente Aéreo) to avoid unnecessary transfers.
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Use the official taxi counters inside the terminals to avoid overcharging.
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Consider using Uber or Cabify for potentially lower fares compared to traditional taxis.
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Take advantage of the free airport WiFi to download entertainment or communicate with family upon arrival.
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