Flying from Chicago to El Dorado International Airport (BOG): What you need to know
Start your holiday planning by working out where you'll catch your flight from Chicago to El Dorado International Airport (BOG). O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are the two main airports in Chicago.
Around 5 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Chicago to El Dorado International Airport flight.
Bogota's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Chicago. El Dorado International Airport is located in Bogota.
Take your pick of 7 direct services each week between O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and El Dorado International Airport (BOG). This is the busiest route, with AVIANCA offering a 1:35pm departure from ORD to BOG.
To ensure you get on your flight from Chicago to BOG, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Fly without interruptions from O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Direct flights from Chicago to El Dorado International Airport (BOG) operate from here.
AVIANCA is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Chicago to El Dorado International Airport departing from ORD.
AVIANCA is the airline most travellers choose for flights from ORD to BOG.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Chicago to BOG leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
The journey from central Chicago to ORD takes around 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Chicago to El Dorado International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of the flights that depart from O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% land on time at their destination.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Split up your flight from Chicago to El Dorado International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Chicago Midway International Airport and BOG are:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
With public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in about 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 20 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Chicago to BOG flight? Check in to a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your trip officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 77.88%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport make it to their destination on time.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The journey time to RFD from central Chicago is around 4 hours 15 minutes by public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to cover the 137 kilometres or so.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll make it to the terminal with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Chicago to El Dorado International Airport flight:
The on-time performance rating of RFD is 76.19%. In other words, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Have a late flight from Chicago to El Dorado International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near BOG and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an El Dorado International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Renta Facil, Localiza or Green Motion and explore beyond Bogota's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week in advance of your Chicago to El Dorado International Airport flight.
Getting from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to central Bogota
El Dorado International Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from central Bogota. How long it'll take to get to the centre by car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
$144 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to El Dorado International Airport. Return flights start at $325. These prices can change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Chicago to BOG, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Chicago to El Dorado International Airport ticket.
Finding a cheap plane ticket from Chicago to BOG is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when prices go down.
Filters make it easier to save some cash on your flight from Chicago to El Dorado International Airport. Choose the departure times, carriers and stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from Chicago to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
August is the most popular month for flights from Chicago to El Dorado International Airport (BOG). Plan your visit to Bogota in April if you'd rather avoid peak season.
The warmest month in Bogota is September, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Book your Chicago to BOG plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to El Dorado International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Bogota
Start your Bogota trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to El Dorado International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Free Walking tour Bogotá de la Candelaria, Teatro Colon Bogota and Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City are popular attractions which should be on any good Bogota itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
You've visited Bogota, now it's time to explore other corners of Colombia. Journey about 241 kilometres north-west to Medellin to check off its top sights. From EcoParque Comuna 13 to Palacio de Bellas Artes and Museo comuna 13, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Bucaramanga is another standout destination in Colombia and is around 290 kilometres north-east of Bogota. No trip is complete without dropping by Catedral de la Sagrada Familia, Panachi and Canon Del Chicamocha.
