Bogota to Tampa (BOG–TPA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
BOG–TPA is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. avianca leads the route. The flight covers 1,700 miles in approximately 4h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 32 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AV avianca Also: G3 | 7 | 32N | 4h20 | – | Star Alliance | G3 |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
BOG: -05 · TPA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Bogota, it's 7:00 PM in Tampa.
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.
Uber and Lyft pickup is on the lower level curb; typically $20–30 to downtown Tampa and $45–60 to St. Petersburg. Taxis at the rank run $25–35 to Tampa center. The HART bus (Route 30X) connects to downtown for $2.25 but is infrequent; check schedules before relying on it.Rental car counters are in the arrivals hall with a shuttle to the consolidated rental facility. I-275 provides direct access north to downtown and south toward St. Pete. The airport's people mover system is free and connects all areas of the terminal complex.
Humid subtropical climate. Tampa is called the "lightning capital of North America." Afternoon thunderstorms are nearly daily from June through September, causing frequent ground stops and gate holds during summer afternoons. Summer afternoon flights routinely run late.
Hurricane season (June–November) poses storm surge and wind risk. Direct hits are rare, but evacuations periodically affect the region. Winter (December–February) is mild at 14–23°C with very low disruption risk. Spring (March–May) is the most comfortable season.
BOG–TPA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BOG to TPA
El Dorado International Airport (BOG) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) are connected by nonstop service from avianca. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
BOG to TPA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BOG to TPA ranges from 4 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,700 miles (2,736 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 28 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
32 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via TME. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.