Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to El Dorado International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 10 hours 15 minutes.
Bogota's timezone is UTC-5, making Bogota six hours behind Madrid.
Flights from MAD to BOG start at 00:35 — the first with AVIANCA. The last departure is at 23:55 with Iberia. Overall, you can take your pick of 94 weekly Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to El Dorado International Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to catch your MAD to BOG flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
There are plenty of direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to El Dorado International Airport to pick from. When organising your Bogota trip, these carriers can fly you nonstop to this unmissable part of Colombia:
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is AVIANCA.
AVIANCA is the most punctual carrier operating MAD to BOG flights, with 75.31% of its services arriving on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to El Dorado International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between MAD and BOG:
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport
Punta Cana International Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Right now, £253 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to El Dorado International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £419. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Book six months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MAD to BOG.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to El Dorado International Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to El Dorado International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
78.23% of flights taking off from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To reach Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport from central Madrid, it takes about 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near MAD. Whether you have an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to El Dorado International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Consider booking a hotel near BOG if you're catching a late Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to El Dorado International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an El Dorado International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Renta Facil, Localiza or Green Motion and experience the lesser-explored corners of Bogota and beyond.
Booking your ride from El Dorado International Airport around one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to central Bogota
From El Dorado International Airport, Bogota is approximately 8 miles away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
August is the busiest month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to El Dorado International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Bogota in April.
Before locking in your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to El Dorado International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Bogota, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAD to BOG in January. Average temperatures are between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.
Explore more of Colombia
Cali is just one of the many places in Colombia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Bogota. Around 190 miles away to the south-west, popular attractions include Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.
If you want to check out another major stop in Colombia, head for Medellin, about 150 miles north-west of Bogota. Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza are the start of reasons to visit.
