Travelling from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Hamburg: what you need to know
The timezone in Hamburg is UTC+1. The city is 6 hours ahead of Bogota, where El Dorado International Airport is located.
To ensure you get on your flight from BOG to Hamburg, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from BOG to Hamburg. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
You don't need a visa for Germany if you have a passport from Colombia and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before reserving your cheap tickets from El Dorado International Airport to Hamburg, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest rules.
BOG is around 13 kilometres from central Bogota. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 1 hour and 12 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near BOG. Whether you've booked an early flight from El Dorado International Airport to Hamburg or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Hamburg
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from El Dorado International Airport to Hamburg is 387 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 696 €. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BOG to Hamburg if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from El Dorado International Airport to Hamburg throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC)
Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC) to the centre of Hamburg takes about 59 minutes by car. It's approximately 80 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from El Dorado International Airport to Hamburg. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LBC instead:
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Hamburg Airport (HAM) is around 11 kilometres from central Hamburg. Following your flight from El Dorado International Airport to Hamburg, it'll take you around 29 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take about 1 hour and 24 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near HAM. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from BOG to Hamburg:
Best time to go to Hamburg
Before securing your flights from El Dorado International Airport to Hamburg, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Hamburg offers a vibrant atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season brings better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Hamburg is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 26ºC. Book your flights from El Dorado International Airport to Hamburg in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -5ºC and 6ºC. Search for cheap flights from BOG to Hamburg sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Hamburg
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Hamburg right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from El Dorado International Airport to Hamburg:
Miniatur Wunderland and Elbphilharmonie Hamburg are a couple of top attractions to put on your Hamburg must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Port of Hamburg.
Complete your Hamburg trip with a car rental
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