Newark to Bogota (EWR–BOG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
EWR–BOG is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 2,487 miles in approximately 5h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 49 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AV | 14 | 7M8, B38M | 5h45-5h50 | Star Alliance | AV |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Bogota from Newark
| Metric | EWR→BOG | JFK→BOG |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from EWR | – | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 21 | 62 |
| Flight time | 5h 45m | 5h 45m |
| Departure OTP | 88% | – |
Travel Essentials
EWR: EDT · BOG: -05
When it's 6:00 PM in Newark, it's 5:00 PM in Bogota.
US passport holders enter Colombia visa-free for stays up to 90 days. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. Immigration may stamp a shorter period, so check the date written on the entry stamp. Extensions up to an additional 90 days can be requested at a Migracion Colombia office.
NJ Transit train from New York Penn Station to Newark Airport station takes 25–30 minutes ($13.50); an AirTrain connection ($5.50 more) links to the terminals. From Midtown Manhattan, the journey costs around $19 total.Ride-shares from Manhattan run $45–80 depending on traffic; add the $17.50 Lincoln Tunnel toll. Taxis from Manhattan carry a flat $55 rate plus tolls and tip. Allow 60–90 minutes from Midtown during peak hours.
Official yellow taxis at the curb use a pre-paid voucher system from the booth inside arrivals. Buy a ticket before exiting (COP 25,000–45,000 to most city neighborhoods, roughly $6–11). This eliminates fare negotiation and overcharging risk.Uber operates in a legal grey area in Colombia; InDriver is a common alternative. TransMilenio bus from the airport terminal (COP 3,000) is cheapest but crowded and luggage-unfriendly. Rental car desks are in the arrivals hall. The airport is about 15 km west of the city center via Av. El Dorado.
Bogotá sits at 2,600m elevation. The airport climate is cool and changeable year-round regardless of the tropical latitude. Temperatures at the airport hold between 7–19°C in all months. There is no true summer or winter. Two wet seasons (March–May and September–November) and two drier seasons alternate.
Afternoon thunderstorms during wet seasons can cause delays. Morning fog is the most common disruption risk year-round, due to the Bogotá savanna's topography. Pack a light jacket. The altitude makes evenings noticeably cold even in the warmest months. Acclimatise slowly if arriving from sea level.
EWR–BOG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from EWR to BOG
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and El Dorado International Airport (BOG) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
EWR to BOG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from EWR to BOG ranges from 5 hours 45 minutes to 5 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,487 miles (4,002 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 21 return, totaling 42 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
49 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via NAS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include New York (JFK).