Flying from Philadelphia to Palonegro International Airport (BGA): What you need to know
Philadelphia's main base, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Philadelphia to Palonegro International Airport (BGA).
Bucaramanga is one hour behind Philadelphia. Palonegro International Airport is located in Bucaramanga, which is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Philadelphia to BGA. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
PHL is around 19 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
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78.93% of flights that take off from Philadelphia International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
PHL's address is 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
You can arrive at TTN from central Philadelphia in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
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Trenton-Mercer Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 82.45% of flights leaving here land when expected.
The address for TTN is Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About Palonegro International Airport (BGA)
Have a late flight from Philadelphia to Palonegro International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near BGA and hit the lights earlier:
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Get the best deal by booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Philadelphia to Palonegro International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Palonegro International Airport (BGA)
At the moment, $675 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Palonegro International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $948. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Philadelphia to BGA, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Palonegro International Airport (BGA)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Philadelphia to Palonegro International Airport (BGA). July is when most people travel to Bucaramanga. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in April.
When booking your Philadelphia to BGA plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Bucaramanga, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Philadelphia to Palonegro International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Bucaramanga
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Bucaramanga right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Palonegro International Airport:
Your visit to Bucaramanga wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions you won't want to miss include Catedral de la Sagrada Familia, Panachi and Canon Del Chicamocha.
Explore more of Colombia
You've visited Bucaramanga, now it's time to explore more of Colombia. Journey around 290 kilometres south to Bogota to check off its top sights. From Free Walking tour Bogotá de la Candelaria. To Teatro Colon Bogota and Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Colombia, consider Medellin, roughly 274 kilometres west of Bucaramanga. EcoParque Comuna 13, Palacio de Bellas Artes and Museo comuna 13 are among the biggest draws.
