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Bogota

El Nuevo Dorado International

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482
Flights/Day
10:41
Local Time
Bogota
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About El Nuevo Dorado International

Bogota's high altitude (8,361 ft) affects aircraft performance but turbulence is generally light. Afternoon clouds develop daily over the Andes.

Is Bogota El Dorado Airport turbulent?

Bogota sits at 2,548m (8,360 feet) in the Andes, making it one of the world's highest major airports. The surrounding mountain terrain creates turbulence on approach, particularly when afternoon thermals develop. The high altitude affects aircraft performance, requiring longer runways and sometimes restricting takeoff weights. Weather patterns are influenced by both Pacific and Caribbean moisture.

  • El Dorado sits at 2,548m, one of the highest major airports globally
  • Afternoon thermals create bumpy approach conditions
  • Temperature range is remarkably consistent at 45-67F year-round
How does Bogota's altitude affect flying?

The thin air at 8,360 feet reduces engine performance and lift, requiring longer takeoff rolls and sometimes weight restrictions. Aircraft approach faster than at sea-level airports. The surrounding Andes peaks rise even higher, requiring careful navigation. Pilots receive special training for high-altitude airport operations.

When is the smoothest time to fly from Bogota?

Morning flights offer the calmest conditions before afternoon thermals develop. The dry season (December-March and June-August) has clearer skies. The rainy seasons bring afternoon thunderstorms but rarely cause major delays. The consistently mild temperatures (never hot, never cold) actually make operations more predictable than many airports.

Is turbulence at Bogota dangerous?

No. Modern aircraft are designed to withstand forces far stronger than turbulence. While bumps can feel uncomfortable, they do not pose a safety risk. Pilots actively avoid rough air whenever possible. Learn more about turbulence

Best seats to reduce turbulence when flying from Bogota?

Seats near the wings feel the least movement because they are closest to the aircraft's center of gravity. Seats at the back of the aircraft feel turbulence more strongly. Learn more about seat selection

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UIO 11:30 Local airbus a320-214 Forecast
P57298
Wingo
+1 codeshare AV
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Easyfly
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VE7816
Clic
MZL 11:40 Local atr 42-600 Forecast
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+1 codeshare AV
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Latam Airlines
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Easyfly
EYP 11:50 Local -- Forecast
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Latam Airlines
+1 codeshare AV
BGA 11:50 Local airbus a320-233 Forecast
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Jetsmart (Scarlet Macaw Livery)
+1 codeshare AV
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Avianca
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Avianca
+1 codeshare JA
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Latam Airlines
LIM 12:00 Local airbus a320-214 Forecast
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Avianca
CUN 12:00 Local airbus a320-214 Forecast
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MTR 12:05 Local airbus a320-214 Forecast
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Avianca
PEI 12:05 Local airbus a320-214 Forecast
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Avianca
+1 codeshare AV
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Avianca
CLO 12:20 Local airbus a320-214 Forecast
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Avianca
+1 codeshare LA
MDE 12:20 Local airbus a320-214 Forecast
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Avianca
+1 codeshare LA
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Satena
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+1 codeshare AV
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JA5320 +1
airbus a320-271n
10:45
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P57282 +3
boeing 737-8v3
10:45
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LA LA4018 +1
airbus a320-233
10:45
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BOG GUA
AV AV34
airbus a320-214
10:50
Local
BOG CTG
LA LA4112 +2
airbus a320-233
10:50
Local
BOG SMR
JA5182 +3
airbus a320-271n
11:00
Local
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AV AV9207 +1
airbus a320-214
11:00
Local
BOG NVA
VE9044
atr 42-600
11:00
Local
BOG PSO
AV AV8585
airbus a320-214
11:00
Local
BOG MDE
AV AV9316 +1
airbus a319-115
11:00
Local
BOG EOH
VE9112
11:05
Local
BOG CTG
AV AV9758
airbus a320-214
11:05
Local
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AV AV8574
airbus a320-214
11:10
Local
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AV AV9710
airbus a320-214
11:10
Local
BOG PEI
AV AV8503
airbus a320-214
11:10
Local
BOG AUA
P5 P57002
boeing 737-8v3
11:20
Local
BOG RCH
AV AV8410
airbus a320-214
11:25
Local
BOG SMR
JA5187 +1
airbus a320-271n
11:30
Local
BOG CLO
AV AV9227
airbus a320-214
11:30
Local
BOG UIO
AV AV117
airbus a320-214
11:33
Local
BOG MDE
P5 P57298 +1
boeing 737-8v3
11:40
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BOG EOH
VE9120
11:40
Local
BOG MZL
VE7816
atr 42-600
11:45
Local
BOG CCS
LA LA4404
airbus a320-214
11:45
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LA LA4190 +1
airbus a320-214
11:45
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LA LA4130 +1
airbus a320-233
11:50
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BOG EYP
VE9016
11:50
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LA LA4172 +1
airbus a320-233
11:55
Local
BOG MTR
JA5380 +1
airbus a320-271n
12:00
Local
BOG BGA
AV AV8578
airbus a319-115
12:00
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BOG MDE
AV AV9318 +1
airbus a320-214
12:00
Local
BOG LIM
LA LA4906
airbus a320-214
12:00
Local
BOG CUN
AV AV68
airbus a320-214
12:05
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BOG MTR
AV AV9396
airbus a320-214
12:05
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BOG PEI
AV AV8535
airbus a320-214
12:05
Local
BOG CUC
AV AV9482 +1
airbus a320-214
12:08
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CM CM335 +1
boeing 737-8v3
12:10
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BOG SJE
VE6932
atr 42-600
12:10
Local
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VE9030
atr 42-600
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9R 9R8704
embraer erj-145lr
12:15
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VE8940
atr 42-600
12:15
Local
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P5 P57478
boeing 737-8v3
12:15
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BOG GRU
LA LA4907
airbus a320-214
12:20
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BOG CLO
AV AV9543
airbus a320-214
12:20
Local
BOG MDE
AV AV9432 +1
airbus a320-214
12:25
Local
BOG CTG
AV AV8558 +1
airbus a319-115
12:30
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BOG EOH
9R 9R8767 +1
atr 42-600
12:30
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BOG BAQ
AV AV8424
airbus a320-214
12:35
Local
BOG GYE
AV AV77
airbus a320-214
12:35
Local
BOG CTG
LA LA4102 +1
airbus a320-233
12:40
Local
BOG SMR
AV AV4818
airbus a320-214
12:40
Local
BOG MZL
VE7836
atr 42-600
12:40
Local
BOG CLO
JA5306
airbus a320-271n