Travelling from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Ottawa: what you need to know
El Dorado International Airport is located in Bogota. Operating on the UTC-4 timezone, Ottawa is 1 hour ahead of Bogota.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from BOG to Ottawa. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from BOG to Ottawa that includes a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
To travel to Canada for tourism purposes, you'll need an embassy visa if you hold a passport from Colombia. However, visa rules can change and other documentation may be needed depending on the duration and purpose of your stay. Always check the most recent guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from El Dorado International Airport to Ottawa.
BOG is about 13 kilometres from central Bogota. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 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.
Searching for a handy hotel close to BOG? If you've booked an early flight from El Dorado International Airport to Ottawa, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Ottawa
264 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from El Dorado International Airport to Ottawa. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 555 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BOG to Ottawa if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from El Dorado International Airport to Ottawa across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from El Dorado International Airport to Ottawa, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to central Ottawa is around 22 minutes by car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 1 hour and 41 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from El Dorado International Airport to Ottawa, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near YND:
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Once your flight from El Dorado International Airport to Ottawa has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in about 19 minutes by car. Central Ottawa is roughly 13 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
You can also opt for public transport, which will take roughly 43 minutes.
After your flight from BOG to Ottawa, rest your head at a hotel near YOW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Ottawa
Before you book your flights from El Dorado International Airport to Ottawa, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Ottawa offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season brings cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 27ºC. Book your flights from El Dorado International Airport to Ottawa in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from BOG to Ottawa in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -19ºC and -2ºC on average.
More about Ottawa
Start your Ottawa trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from El Dorado International Airport to Ottawa, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are major attractions which should feature on every Ottawa itinerary.
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