Travelling from Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) to Bogota Airport (BOG): what you need to know
The timezone in Bogota is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of Chicago.
Leave enough time to make your MDW to BOG flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chicago Midway Airport to Bogota Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MDW and BOG:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Miami International Airport
Orlando International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) to Bogota Airport (BOG)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Chicago Midway Airport to Bogota Airport flight is $248. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $569. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from MDW to BOG. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Bogota Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across each month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
MDW's address is 5700 South Cicero.
76% of flights that depart Chicago Midway Airport reach their destination on time.
To reach Chicago Midway Airport from central Chicago, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near MDW. Whether you have an early flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Bogota Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Bogota Airport (BOG)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Chicago Midway Airport to Bogota Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BOG instead:
Pick up a Bogota Airport rental car and explore Bogota and beyond with your own set of wheels. Renta Facil, Localiza and Green Motion are popular outlets you can book with here.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Bogota Airport about one week in advance.
Getting from Bogota Airport (BOG) to central Bogota
Bogota Airport to the centre of Bogota has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
It takes around 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Bogota Airport (BOG)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Bogota Airport. November is the busiest month to head to Bogota. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Bogota Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Bogota, with the temperature ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MDW to BOG sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Colombia you should also see. Around 306 kilometres south-west of Bogota, a visit to Cali will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Cristo Rey, El Retiro Park and Parque Simón Bolívar.
Around 241 kilometres north-west of Bogota, Medellin is another essential stop in Colombia. No visit is complete without checking out EcoParque Comuna 13, Palacio de Bellas Artes and Museo comuna 13.