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iata: BOG
name: El Dorado International Airport
city: Bogotá
country: Colombia
lastUpdated: '2026-08-31'
officialWebsite: 'https://eldorado.aero/en'
sources:
  - 'https://eldorado.aero/en'
  - 'https://www.transmilenio.gov.co/'
  - >-
    https://bogota.gov.co/mi-ciudad/movilidad/tarifa-sitp-transmilenio-transmizonal-y-transmicable-bogota-2026
  - 'https://www.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/colombia/el-dorado-international'
quickFacts:
  - Single main terminal (T1) with domestic/international split
  - Hub for Avianca and Copa Airlines
  - 24/7 operations
  - 'High altitude (8,360 ft) affects aircraft performance'
  - Strong security presence at entrances
  - Free inter-terminal shuttle every 20-30 min
bentoTips:
  - label: Timing
    title: Arrive 3 hours early for international
    detail: Domestic flights need 2 hours; use the airport app for live wait times.
    summary: Security + immigration lines frequently exceed 45-60 min.
    category: timing
  - label: Terminal
    title: T1 handles everything
    detail: T2 is small domestic only; free shuttle connects if needed.
    summary: Domestic and international in one building; follow signs after security.
    category: terminal
  - label: Food
    title: Eat before security or in lounge
    detail: Lounge buffets often require extra payment for hot food.
    summary: Airside options are limited and pricey; pre-security has better variety.
    category: food
  - label: Status
    title: Check Avianca/Star Alliance status
    detail: Priority Pass works well for non-status travelers.
    summary: Gold gives lounge access and fast-track security at T1.
    category: status
lounges:
  - name: El Dorado Lounge
    zone: International Departures
    hours: '00:00-23:59'
    access:
      - Priority Pass
      - Day pass available
    bestFor:
      - Long layovers
      - Sleep
    summary: >-
      Spacious 24h option useful for rest despite average food; good Priority
      Pass value.
    verdict: worth-it
    terminal: Terminal 1
    amenities:
      - Showers
      - Quiet zone
      - Buffet (extra fee)
  - name: Avianca Diamond Lounge
    zone: International Departures
    hours: '05:00-22:30'
    access:
      - Star Alliance Gold
      - Avianca Diamond
    bestFor:
      - Work
      - Star Alliance flyers
    summary: Flagship lounge with solid reviews for comfort and food quality.
    verdict: worth-it
    terminal: Terminal 1
    amenities:
      - Showers
      - Buffet
  - name: Copa Club
    zone: International Departures
    hours: '03:00-21:30'
    access:
      - Star Alliance Gold
      - Copa eligible
    bestFor:
      - Short layovers
    summary: >-
      Basic but convenient near gates; El Dorado is usually better for longer
      stays.
    verdict: depends
    terminal: Terminal 1
    amenities:
      - Seating
      - Snacks
  - name: The Lounge Bogota
    zone: Domestic Departures
    hours: '00:00-23:59'
    access:
      - Priority Pass
    bestFor:
      - Domestic flyers
    summary: Solid PP domestic option; limited reviews but reliable 24h access.
    verdict: depends
    terminal: Terminal 1
    amenities:
      - Quiet zone
waterOptions:
  - kind: purchase
    name: Airport shops
    zone: landside
    price: 'COP 3,000-5,000 for 500ml'
    summary: Cheapest bottled water before security; stock up here.
    location: Pre-security departures hall near check-in
    terminal: Terminal 1
    isBestValue: true
  - kind: refill
    name: Water fountains
    zone: airside
    price: Free
    summary: Reliable free refill spots after security; bring your own bottle.
    location: Airside near gates in international departures
    terminal: Terminal 1
  - kind: free
    name: Lounge water stations
    zone: airside
    price: Free
    summary: Unlimited free water in lounges; best quality if you have access.
    location: 'El Dorado Lounge, near gate A8'
    terminal: Terminal 1
    isBestQuality: true
airportistScore: 7.2
slug: bog
region: South America
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# El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Bogotá, Colombia · South America
Solid hub with good lounges and transport options but long security lines and high-altitude logistics as main tradeoffs.
## Airportist Score

**7.2 / 10**
- Comfort: 7.0
- Navigation: 7.5
- Food: 6.8
- Transport: 7.8
- Disruption resilience: 7.0

## At a glance

- Passengers: 35M+
- Terminals: 2 (T1 primary)
- Typical security: 35 min
- On-time: 82%
- Disruption: normal

## Best for

- Star Alliance connections
- Lounge access via PP
- Affordable city transfers

## Watch out for

- Long security/immigration queues
- Limited airside dining
- Traffic delays to city

## More intel

- [Lounge directory](/airports/bog/lounges.md) (free)
- [Getting there](/airports/bog/getting-there.md) (free)
- [Amenities](/airports/bog/amenities.md)
- [Traveler tips](/airports/bog/tips.md)
- [Water](/airports/bog/water.md)
- [Full guide](/airports/bog/guide.md)
- [Disruptions](/airports/bog/disruptions.md)
- [Reviews](/airports/bog/reviews.md)