Flying from Fort Lauderdale to Palonegro International Airport (BGA): What you need to know
Fort Lauderdale's main base, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), is where great travel stories take off. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Palonegro International Airport (BGA).
Book a direct Fort Lauderdale to Palonegro International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 3 hours 30 minutes.
Palonegro International Airport is located in Bucaramanga. The city's timezone is UTC-5 — the same as Fort Lauderdale.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Fort Lauderdale to BGA. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
March is a busy time to fly out. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like Thanksgiving, Memorial Day or Christmas, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
You can jump on a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to Palonegro International Airport (BGA) leaving from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL).
You can travel on a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to Palonegro International Airport with Spirit Airlines. This well-known airline offers services from FLL.
Spirit Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for flights from FLL to BGA.
Spirit Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 68.42% of its services arriving on schedule.
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to BGA with a stopover. To explore all the options departing from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between FLL and BGA include:
Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
Cartagena Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
FLL is about 11 kilometres from central Fort Lauderdale. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to Palonegro International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 75% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
You'll find FLL at 320 Terminal Drive.
About Palonegro International Airport (BGA)
Have a late flight from Fort Lauderdale to Palonegro International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near BGA and fast-forward to bedtime:
For the best deal, book your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Fort Lauderdale to Palonegro International Airport flight.
Getting from Palonegro International Airport (BGA) to central Bucaramanga
Central Bucaramanga is around 31 kilometres from Palonegro International Airport and takes about 40 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Palonegro International Airport (BGA)
$2,558 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Palonegro International Airport. A return flight starts at $537. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Fort Lauderdale to BGA. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Fort Lauderdale to Palonegro International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Fort Lauderdale to BGA is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when prices go down.
Save on your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Palonegro International Airport by using filters. Choose your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Palonegro International Airport (BGA)
December is the quietest month for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Palonegro International Airport (BGA), while February is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Bucaramanga based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Fort Lauderdale to BGA plane ticket departing in February if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Bucaramanga to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Palonegro International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Bucaramanga
After booking your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Palonegro International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bucaramanga:
Catedral de la Sagrada Familia and Panachi are just two of the big attractions to add to your Bucaramanga must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Canon Del Chicamocha.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Bucaramanga. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Teatro Colon Bogota, Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City and Museum of Contemporary Art of Bogota.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Colombia, head for Medellin, roughly 274 kilometres west of Bucaramanga. EcoParque Comuna 13, Palacio de Bellas Artes and Museo comuna 13 are key reasons to visit.