Bandara Internasional El Dorado adalah bandara utama yang melayani Bogota, ibu kota Kolombia, dan salah satu bandara tersibuk di Amerika Latin. Terletak sekitar 15 kilometer barat pusat kota di lokalitas Fontibon, bandara ini dibuka pada tahun 1959 dan dinamai dari kota emas legendaris El Dorado. Bandara ini merupakan hub utama Avianca, maskapai penerbangan nasional Kolombia dan maskapai tertua kedua di Amerika Selatan. El Dorado telah mengalami program modernisasi besar termasuk terminal internasional baru yang selesai pada tahun 2017. Pada ketinggian 2.548 meter di atas permukaan laut, ini adalah salah satu bandara utama tertinggi di dunia, yang memengaruhi perhitungan kinerja pesawat dan kapasitas kargo. Bandara ini menempati peringkat ketiga di Amerika Latin dalam operasi kargo, terutama dalam ekspor bunga yang merupakan ekspor utama Kolombia. TransMilenio bus rapid transit menghubungkan bandara ke kota.

Aviation Terms

Pencahayaan lapangan terbang (AGL: Airfield Lighting) Kategori bandara (Airport Category) Elevasi bandara (ELEV: Airport Elevation) Pos pemadam kebakaran bandara (ARFF: Airport Fire Station) Lounge bandara (Airport Lounge) Titik referensi bandara (ARP: Airport Reference Point) Apron bandara (Apron) Kontrol paspor otomatis (APC: Automated Passport Control)

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get from Bogota Airport to the city center?

TransMilenio buses connect El Dorado Airport to various parts of Bogota, with the trip to the city center taking 40-60 minutes for approximately COP 2,950 (USD 0.70). Taxis are available with a metered system costing COP 30,000-50,000 (USD 7-12) to the Zona Rosa or historic center. Ride-hailing services (Uber/Didi) are widely used and often preferred for safety and fixed pricing.

How many terminals does Bogota Airport have?

El Dorado International Airport has two terminals. The main terminal (Terminal 1) handles international flights and most domestic carriers, and was completely renovated in 2017 with a modern design. The Puente Aereo terminal (Terminal 2) is used exclusively by Avianca for domestic shuttle services. The terminals are connected by a bus.

What is notable about Bogota El Dorado Airport?

BOG sits at an elevation of 2,548 meters (8,360 feet), making it one of the highest major airports in the world. The altitude affects aircraft performance, requiring longer runways. Named after the legendary city of gold, El Dorado handles the most cargo in Latin America, largely due to Colombia's cut flower export industry — Colombia is the world's second-largest flower exporter.

Is there free Wi-Fi at Bogota Airport?

Yes, BOG offers free Wi-Fi throughout Terminal 1. The network requires brief registration and provides speeds suitable for browsing and messaging. The renovated terminal features a large shopping area, food courts with Colombian cuisine, and an impressive gold artifact display in partnership with Bogota's Gold Museum.

Which airlines have a hub at Bogota Airport?

Avianca, one of the oldest airlines in the world (founded 1919) and a Star Alliance member, uses BOG as its primary hub. LATAM Colombia, Wingo (low-cost subsidiary of Copa Airlines), and Viva Air Colombia also operate significant services. El Dorado is the busiest airport in Colombia and the third busiest in Latin America.