Flying from Bogota Airport (BOG) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
Los Angeles is three hours behind Bogota and observes the UTC-8 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your BOG to LAX flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as November, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bogota Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between BOG and LAX:
Panama City Tocumen International Airport
Guadalajara Airport
San Salvador Airport
Handy information about Bogota Airport (BOG)
When it comes to Bogota Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Bogota Airport from central Bogota, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 55 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to BOG? If you're boarding an early flight from Bogota Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
If you're landing on a late Bogota Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near LAX:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and discover more of Los Angeles and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Los Angeles International Airport around one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
From Los Angeles International Airport, Los Angeles is approximately 29 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
July is the most popular month for flights from Bogota Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Los Angeles in March.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Bogota Airport to Los Angeles International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BOG to LAX in February. Average temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Los Angeles, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Travel around 177 kilometres south-east to San Diego to check off its top attractions. From San Diego Zoo to San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in the United States, consider San Jose, about 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley are the start of reasons to visit.
