Flying from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG): what you need to know
The timezone in Bogota is UTC-5, which is 13 hours behind Manila.
Give yourself enough time to catch your MNL to BOG flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like April? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to El Dorado International Airport. These are the top stopovers between MNL and BOG:
Pearson International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
$1,084 is the best price for a one-way Ninoy Aquino International Airport to El Dorado International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $1,838. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from MNL to BOG. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to El Dorado International Airport across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from MNL to BOG is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to El Dorado International Airport.
Handy information about Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
70.07% of flights that take off from Ninoy Aquino International Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Manila to Ninoy Aquino International Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to MNL? If you're catching an early flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to El Dorado International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Ninoy Aquino International Airport to El Dorado International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BOG instead:
Grab an El Dorado International Airport rental car and explore Bogota and beyond with your own wheels. Renta Facil, Localiza and Green Motion are popular providers to choose from here.
For the lowest price, book your ride from El Dorado International Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to central Bogota
From El Dorado International Airport, Bogota is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to El Dorado International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Bogota. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to El Dorado International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. September is the warmest month in Bogota, with the temperature ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MNL to BOG around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Colombia you should also see. About 306 kilometres south-west of Bogota, a trip to Cali will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.
Medellin is another favourite destination in Colombia and is around 241 kilometres north-west of Bogota. No journey is complete without experiencing Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza.