Travelling from Leticia Airport (LET) to Bogota Airport (BOG): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Leticia Airport to Bogota Airport is 2 hours.
Leticia and Bogota are in the UTC-5 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Flights from LET to BOG start from 07:23 — the first with LATAM Airlines. The last service of the day is at 21:28 with LATAM Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 24 weekly Leticia Airport to Bogota Airport flights.
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 LET to BOG flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like October. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Getting to Bogota (and then seeing more of Colombia!) is easy with Avianca. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Leticia Airport to Bogota Airport.
Avianca is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
The most punctual carrier that offers LET to BOG flights is Avianca. Its services arrive as planned 72.73% of the time.
Handy information about Leticia Airport (LET)
68% of flights leaving from Leticia Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Leticia to Leticia Airport is approximately 3 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 15 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Leticia Airport to Bogota Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to LET:
Arriving at Bogota Airport (BOG)
Consider staying in a hotel close to BOG if you're catching a late Leticia Airport to Bogota Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Bogota Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Renta Facil, Localiza or Green Motion and explore beyond Bogota's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from Bogota Airport about one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Bogota Airport (BOG) to central Bogota
From Bogota Airport, Bogota is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It'll take around 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Bogota Airport (BOG)
The quietest month for a flight from Leticia Airport to Bogota Airport is March, while November is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Bogota based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Bogota is September, with the temperature ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Book your flights from Leticia Airport to Bogota Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LET to BOG sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Colombia
You've seen Bogota, now it's time to explore other corners of Colombia. Journey about 306 kilometres south-west to Cali to check off its top sights. From Cristo Rey to El Retiro Park and Parque Simón Bolívar, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Colombia, consider Medellin, about 241 kilometres north-west of Bogota. EcoParque Comuna 13, Palacio de Bellas Artes and Museo comuna 13 are among its highlights.