Newark to Bogota (EWR–BOG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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EWR–BOG is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. avianca and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 2,487 miles in approximately 5h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 41 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AV avianca | 7 | B38M | 5h50 | Star Alliance | – | |
| UA United Airlines | 7 | 7M8 | 6h16 | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Bogota from Newark
| Metric | EWR→BOG | JFK→BOG |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from EWR | – | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 14 | 62 |
| Flight time | 5h 50m | 5h 40m |
| Departure OTP | 33% | – |
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 avianca and United Airlines. With 14 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 50 minutes to 6 hours 16 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,487 miles (4,002 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 28 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
41 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via MDE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include New York (JFK).