Flying from Valencia Airport (VLC) to Bogota Airport (BOG): what you need to know
Bogota is six hours behind Valencia and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Your VLC to BOG flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Handy information about Valencia Airport (VLC)
Valencia Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that depart VLC arrive at their destination without delay.
Central Valencia to Valencia Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport takes about 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Valencia Airport to Bogota Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to VLC:
Arriving at Bogota Airport (BOG)
If you're landing on a late Valencia Airport to Bogota Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near BOG:
Follow your own route with a Bogota Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Renta Facil, Localiza or Green Motion and venture far and wide through Bogota and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Bogota Airport about one week before travelling.
When to fly to Bogota Airport (BOG)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Valencia Airport to Bogota Airport. November is the most popular month to head to Bogota. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Bogota is September, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC and 20ºC. Book your flights from Valencia Airport to Bogota Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC and 21ºC. Look for cheap tickets from VLC to BOG sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Colombia
You've seen Bogota, now it's time to explore other parts of Colombia. Journey about 306 kilometres south-west to Cali to check off its must-visit sights. From Cristo Rey to El Retiro Park and Parque Simón Bolívar, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Medellin is another must-experience destination in Colombia and is around 241 kilometres north-west of Bogota. No trip is complete without experiencing EcoParque Comuna 13, Palacio de Bellas Artes and Museo comuna 13.