Flying from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG): what you need to know
Bogota's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as New Orleans.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to catch your MSY to BOG flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as October. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to El Dorado International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between MSY and BOG:
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
Miami International Airport
Orlando International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
P5,691 is the best price for a one-way Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to El Dorado International Airport flight. A return flight starts from P14,577. These fares may change based on availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MSY to BOG if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to El Dorado International Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MSY to BOG by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to El Dorado International Airport.
Handy information about Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
The address for MSY is 900 Airline Highway.
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from MSY touch down on schedule 81.19% of the time.
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is around 24 kilometres from central New Orleans. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to El Dorado International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near MSY:
Arriving at El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
If you're arriving on a late Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to El Dorado International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near BOG:
Pick up an El Dorado International Airport rental car and discover Bogota and beyond with your own set of wheels. Renta Facil, Localiza and Green Motion are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from El Dorado International Airport about one week ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to central Bogota
El Dorado International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Bogota. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
August is the most popular month for flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to El Dorado International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Bogota in April.
When reserving your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to El Dorado International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. September is the warmest month in Bogota, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MSY to BOG sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Colombia
Cali is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be explored after you've experienced Bogota. Around 306 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Colombia, head for Medellin, roughly 241 kilometres north-west of Bogota. Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza are among its highlights.