Getting Around

How to get to and from El Dorado International Airport — taxis, public transport, shuttles and car rental.

Transport Options at BOG

El Dorado International Airport is connected to Bogota and the wider Colombia transport network by multiple ground transport options.

Rail & Metro

Bogotá has no metro yet — the city's first line is under construction — so TransMilenio bus rapid transit and road transport are the only options from the airport for now.

Bus & Shuttle

The TransMilenio bus rapid transit system connects directly to Corferías station in about 16 minutes for a low, flat fare — the cheapest way into the city, though not ideal with a lot of luggage.

Taxi

Official yellow taxis queue at all terminals for the roughly 14-16 minute, ~13km ride into the city center; agree on or confirm the fare/meter use before departing.

Rideshare

Uber operates at BOG despite Colombia's unsettled regulatory status for ride-hailing apps — it's widely used and typically runs slightly cheaper than a taxi for the same short ride into town.

Car Rental

Major agencies have counters at the airport; self-driving in Bogotá's dense, high-altitude traffic is rarely worth it for a city-only visit.

Insider tip

Bogotá sits at over 2,600m altitude — if you're arriving on a long-haul flight, budget some extra downtime on arrival day before heading straight into meetings or sightseeing.

Transport routes, fares and operators change frequently. Verify current options on the official El Dorado International Airport website before travel.

Pre-Book Your Transfer

Skip the taxi queue. Book a private transfer from BOG to Bogota in advance and have a driver waiting when you land.

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Car Rental at BOG

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Ground Transport Tips for BOG

Only use official taxi ranks or pre-booked apps at El Dorado International Airport. Avoid unofficial drivers approaching you in arrivals.

If a rail or metro connection exists, it is usually the fastest and most reliable option during rush hour.

Allow extra time for ground transport during peak hours. Bogota city traffic can significantly extend journey times.

Download offline maps for Bogota before landing — useful if your data connection is slow on arrival.

If travelling with heavy luggage, a private transfer or taxi is often more practical than public transport.

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