Bogota to Houston (BOG–IAH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
BOG–IAH is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines and Icelandair lead the route. The flight covers 2,228 miles in approximately 5h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AV | 14 | 7M8, B38M | 5h09-5h15 | – | Star Alliance | AV |
| FI Icelandair | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Houston from Bogota
| Metric | BOG→IAH | MDE→IAH |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from BOG | – | 134 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 21 | 7 |
| Flight time | 5h 15m | 4h 58m |
Travel Essentials
BOG: -05 · IAH: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Bogota, it's 6:00 PM in Houston.
Colombian passport holders require a B1/B2 visa to enter the United States. The visa must be obtained in advance through a US embassy or consulate, with an in-person interview required. The application fee is US $185. Most Colombian travelers receive a 10-year multiple-entry visa, with each stay limited to a maximum of 180 days as determined by the immigration officer at the port of entry.
TransMilenio bus (Route K11 or feeder routes) connects to the airport from major stations in the BRT network for COP 3,000–4,000 (around $0.75). The airport bus terminal is adjacent to the terminal building; journey time from central Bogotá is 30–60 minutes depending on traffic.Taxis from Zona Rosa or the historic center cost COP 25,000–40,000 (about $6–10) and take 25–45 minutes. InDriver and Uber (operating as a peer-to-peer service) run slightly cheaper. Avoid unlicensed taxis; use only yellow metered cabs or apps. Traffic on the Avenida El Dorado is consistently congested during morning and evening peaks.
No direct rail from IAH. The METRO bus 102 (IAH Express) runs to downtown Houston's transit center (60–90 min, $1.25). Taxis to downtown Houston cost $50–70. Ride-hails pick up at the designated Rideshare zones outside baggage claim on the lower level.IAH has five terminals (A–E) connected by an underground tunnel with trams. Terminal D handles international arrivals. Rental car agencies are in a consolidated facility adjacent to Terminal C; a free IAH Connector bus runs between terminals and the rental car center. The Galleria / Uptown area costs $35–50 by ride-hail.
Humid subtropical climate. Hot, humid, and wet for much of the year. Summers are brutal (33–38°C) with high humidity and near-daily afternoon thunderstorms. Severe storms with hail and high winds regularly cause ground stops from April through September. Houston's flooding risk is significant. Heavy rain events, including tropical system remnants, have flooded airport roads, cutting off surface access even when the airport itself remains operational.
Winters are mild (5–18°C) with occasional ice storms. These are rare but highly disruptive when they occur. Hurricane season (June–November) requires monitoring for Gulf storms. October through March has the best flying weather.
BOG–IAH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BOG to IAH
El Dorado International Airport (BOG) and George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines and Icelandair. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
BOG to IAH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BOG to IAH is about 5 hours 15 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,228 miles (3,585 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 21 return, totaling 42 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Jose Maria Córdova, Tocumen and El Salvador. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Medellín (MDE).