Flying from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Brussels: what you need to know
Brussels is six hours ahead of Bogota, where El Dorado International Airport is located. Brussels follows the UTC+1 timezone.
To avoid missing your BOG to Brussels flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're traveling during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from traveling and maybe even tick a new city off your list. When searching for plane tickets from BOG to Brussels, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
BOG is around 5 miles from central Bogota. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your vacation? Stay near BOG. Whether you're taking an early flight from El Dorado International Airport to Brussels or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels put convenience first:
Of the departures from El Dorado International Airport, 72.09% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Brussels
$404 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way El Dorado International Airport to Brussels flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $862. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from BOG to Brussels. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from El Dorado International Airport to Brussels across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Picking up a cheap flight from BOG to Brussels is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch when the price has dropped.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from El Dorado International Airport to Brussels.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) to the center of Brussels takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The center is roughly 9 miles away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from El Dorado International Airport to Brussels. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BRU instead:
Pick up a Brussels Airport rental car and discover Brussels and beyond with your own wheels. Keddy By Europcar, Alamo and Europcar are top providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Brussels Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from BOG to Brussels.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Once your flight from El Dorado International Airport to Brussels has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city center in around 55 minutes by car. Central Brussels is roughly 35 miles from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
Traveling by public transport will take around 1 hour 35 minutes.
There are some great places to drop your things at near CRL. Kick back and get cozy after your BOG to Brussels flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Grab a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare availability and rates from Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty and Budget.
Get first dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from CRL two weeks in advance often means more savings and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Brussels
Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from El Dorado International Airport to Brussels. The city comes alive during peak season, but hotel prices are typically higher and top attractions can get busy. Plan your trip to Brussels in low season for a quieter vibe.
Book an El Dorado International Airport to Brussels plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 54ºF to 81ºF.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BOG to Brussels in January when temperatures average between 28ºF and 46ºF.
More about Brussels
Once you've booked your flight from El Dorado International Airport to Brussels, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Brussels:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Atomium, Grand Place and Manneken Pis are major attractions which should feature on every Brussels itinerary.
Explore more of Belgium
Brussels is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Belgium just waiting to be explored. About 70 miles west of Brussels, a visit to Ostend will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Fort Napoleon, The Crystal Ship and Leopoldpark.
Verviers is another well-known destination in Belgium and is around 70 miles east of Brussels. No trip is complete without dropping by Quai Pierre Rapsat, Parc de Séroule and Parc de la Tourelle.
