Traveling from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from El Dorado International Airport to Frankfurt and you'll be in the air for around 11 hours 49 minutes.
El Dorado International Airport is located in Bogota. Based in the UTC+1 timezone, Frankfurt is 6 hours ahead of Bogota.
With 8 weekly departures between the two airports, El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the busiest route. Catch Lufthansa's 23:30 flight to get your journey from BOG to FRA underway.
To ensure you get on your flight from BOG to Frankfurt, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
You can catch a direct flight from El Dorado International Airport to Frankfurt that touches down at Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
Get on board with Lufthansa. This popular airline offers direct flights from El Dorado International Airport to Frankfurt.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from BOG to Frankfurt. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You won't need a visa for Germany if you hold a passport from Colombia and are traveling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to changes or updates. So before booking your cheap tickets from El Dorado International Airport to Frankfurt, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
BOG is around 8 miles from central Bogota. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour and 12 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near BOG? If you're catching an early flight from El Dorado International Airport to Frankfurt, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Frankfurt
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from El Dorado International Airport to Frankfurt is $419. The cheapest price for a return flight is $768. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 2 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BOG to Frankfurt.
October is the cheapest month for tickets from El Dorado International Airport to Frankfurt. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Getting a cheap ticket from BOG to Frankfurt is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when the price has dropped.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from El Dorado International Airport to Frankfurt, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is around 9 miles from central Frankfurt. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 21 minutes.
Traveling on public transport takes about 37 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near FRA if you're catching a late flight from El Dorado International Airport to Frankfurt. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) is roughly 75 miles from central Frankfurt. Once you've disembarked your flight from El Dorado International Airport to Frankfurt, it'll take you around 1 hour and 32 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take roughly 2 hours and 40 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to rest your head close to HHN. Tuck yourself in and get cozy after your flight from BOG to Frankfurt at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Frankfurt
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from El Dorado International Airport to Frankfurt while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Frankfurt, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Before locking in your flight from El Dorado International Airport to Frankfurt, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with the temperature ranging from 54ºF to 82ºF.
Search for cheap flights from BOG to Frankfurt in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 25ºF and 45ºF on average.
More about Frankfurt
Start your Frankfurt trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from El Dorado International Airport to Frankfurt, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Palmengarten, Goethe House and Frankfurt Cathedral are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Frankfurt itinerary.
Complete your Frankfurt trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Frankfurt and explore the city on your own schedule. Easily compare companies in one place to find your perfect ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from El Dorado International Airport to Frankfurt.
