Fares from New York to Bogotá
Checking today’s fares with the airlines.
Nonstop flights
| Airline | From | To |
|---|
| Avianca | JFK John F. Kennedy International Airport | BOG El Dorado International Airport |
| United Airlines | EWR Newark Liberty International Airport | BOG El Dorado International Airport |
Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.
Getting from the airport into Bogotá
| How | Route | Time | Cost |
|---|
| Bus | TransMilenio/SITP express bus M86 (K86) toward San Diego and Museo Nacional stops, requires a Tullave card | about 45m | COP 2,400 one way, plus a one-off COP 5,000 for the Tullave card |
| Taxi | Taxi to La Candelaria or Plaza Bolívar | about 30m | about COP 30,000 |
Before you go
US citizens do not need a visa for tourism in Colombia for stays of up to 90 days, but must complete the free online Check-Mig form before travel.
Bogotá is the same time as New York in January and 1 hour behind it in July, because the two observe daylight saving time differently. Bogotá uses the Colombian peso (COP).
Read the Bogotá guide: when to go, weather, airports and tips
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from New York to Bogotá?
Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.
Which airlines fly nonstop from New York to Bogotá?
As of October 2026, Avianca and United Airlines fly this route nonstop.
Which airports do nonstop flights use?
Nonstop flights leave from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and arrive at El Dorado International Airport (BOG).
How far is Bogotá from New York?
About 2,487 miles (4,003 km), measured between the city centres.
What is the time difference?
Bogotá is the same time as New York in January and 1 hour behind it in July, because the two observe daylight saving time differently.
Do I need a passport to fly to Bogotá?
US citizens do not need a visa for tourism in Colombia for stays of up to 90 days, but must complete the free online Check-Mig form before travel.
How do I get from El Dorado International Airport into Bogotá?
TransMilenio/SITP express bus M86 (K86) toward San Diego and Museo Nacional stops, requires a Tullave card, about 45 minutes, COP 2,400 one way, plus a one-off COP 5,000 for the Tullave card.
Sources
Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.