Flying from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Istanbul is eight hours ahead of Bogota and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your BOG to IST flight.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from El Dorado International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between BOG and IST include:
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Right now, P24,424 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way El Dorado International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is P48,753. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BOG to IST if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from El Dorado International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Landing cheap flights from BOG to IST is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a better deal.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from El Dorado International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Handy information about El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
When it comes to El Dorado International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 72.09% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Bogota to El Dorado International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to BOG? If you're catching an early flight from El Dorado International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Consider staying in a hotel near IST if you're on a late El Dorado International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and explore Istanbul and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are top providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
From Istanbul Ataturk Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes around 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from El Dorado International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Istanbul. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from El Dorado International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BOG to IST in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored after you've experienced Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience major highlights starting with Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.