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Colombia - El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
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| Full name: | El Dorado International Airport |
| Location: | The airport is located eight miles (13km) north west of the centre of Bogota. |
| Time: | Local time is GMT -5. |
| Contacts: | Tel: +57 (0)1 413 9500. |
| Transfer between terminals: | Buses run frequently between the two terminals. |
| Transfer to the City: | Travelling time is about 35 minutes into Bogota. Public buses
serve the airport but are not recommended for visitors. Visitors
are advised to arrange airport transfers with their hotels or hosts
in advance of arrival. |
| Car rental: | Avis, Hertz and National are represented at the airport. Driving
in Colombia is risky and it is recommended that visitors hire a car
with a driver, rather than opting for self-drive. |
| Airport Taxis: | Taxi booths are located in the terminals where passengers should
book taxis and receive a receipt for the fare, agreed in advance.
It takes about 35 minutes to get into central Bogota. |
| Facilities: | There are two passenger terminals, with a branch of the Banco
Popular situated in the main terminal, El Dorado, which changes
cash and travellers cheques at good rates. ATMs are also available.
On the first floor of the terminal are snack bars, restaurants and
handcraft shops. Free Colombian coffee is dispensed in the customs
area and duty-free shopping is available. |
| Departure tax: | US$33; a revenue fee of US$23 is also payable by anyone staying longer than two months. Payable in US dollars or pesos |
| Website: | www.elnuevodorado.com |
