Bogota to New York (BOG–JFK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
BOG–JFK is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. avianca and LATAM Chile lead the route. The flight covers 2,483 miles in approximately 5h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 47 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AV avianca Also: G3, TP | 21 | 32N, A20N | 5h45-5h55 | – | Star Alliance | G3, TP |
| LA LATAM Chile | 1 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach New York from Bogota
| Metric | BOG→JFK | MDE→JFK |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from BOG | – | 134 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 42 | 11 |
| Flight time | 5h 45m | 5h 40m |
Travel Essentials
BOG: -05 · JFK: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Bogota, it's 7:00 PM in New York.
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.
AirTrain to Jamaica Station (8–10 min, $8.50) connects to the NYC subway A/E trains and LIRR. Total fare to midtown Manhattan is $9.25 via subway or $10–15 via LIRR; both take 50–70 minutes total. NYC taxis from JFK to Manhattan are metered (flat rate only applies to the Manhattan-to-JFK direction); expect $50–70 plus tolls.Ride-shares from JFK pick up at the designated lot; follow signs rather than waiting at terminal curbs. Car services and shared vans to Manhattan are available from the Ground Transportation desks.
Humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. July–August averages 25–32°C with high humidity and frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause ground delays. Nor'easters hit December through March, occasionally dumping 30–60 cm of snow and causing widespread cancellations. JFK is slower to recover than inland airports due to wind exposure.
Fog is a disruption risk in spring. Fall (September–October) offers the most stable flying weather. Hurricane remnants reach New York in September–October. Sandy-level events are rare but possible.
BOG–JFK Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BOG to JFK
El Dorado International Airport (BOG) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) are connected by nonstop service from avianca and LATAM Chile. With 42 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
BOG to JFK Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BOG to JFK ranges from 5 hours 45 minutes to 5 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,483 miles (3,996 km). There are approximately 42 weekly flights outbound and 62 return, totaling 104 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
47 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via PHL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Medellín (MDE).