Los Angeles to Bogota (LAX–BOG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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LAX–BOG is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Lan Colombia and Alrosa lead the route. The flight covers 3,480 miles in approximately 6h 28m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L7 Lan Colombia | 3 | 763 | 6h19-6h56 | – | – | |
| 6R Alrosa | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
LAX: PDT · BOG: -05
When it's 6:00 PM in Los Angeles, it's 8:00 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.
FlyAway bus runs from Van Nuys and Union Station ($9.75, 30–50 min depending on traffic). LA Metro C Line connects to Aviation/LAX station; a free shuttle covers the last mile to terminals. Ride-shares cost $20–50 from downtown. Long-term parking lots A/B are walkable; remote Lot E requires a shuttle.
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.
LAX–BOG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LAX to BOG
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and El Dorado International Airport (BOG) are connected by nonstop service from Lan Colombia and Alrosa. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
LAX to BOG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LAX to BOG is about 6 hours 28 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,480 miles (5,600 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via La Aurora, Tocumen and El Salvador. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.