Bogotá is about 1,500 miles south of Miami, a flight of roughly three hours forty minutes. The route connects South Florida with Colombia's capital for business, family visits and investment trips, and it is often combined with onward legs to Medellín or Cartagena on the same aircraft.
Midsize and super-midsize jets, such as the Hawker 900XP, Citation Latitude or Challenger 300, fly the route nonstop. Because El Dorado sits at high elevation, operators may suggest a larger cabin for heavy passenger loads to keep the return flight nonstop.
Miami International (MIA) is the most practical departure for this international route, especially for guests arriving from Europe, while Opa-Locka (OPF) offers FBOs that regularly handle Colombian permits.
El Dorado International (SKBO) has a general aviation terminal where Colombian migration and customs officials process private passengers. Colombia's civil aviation authority requires the foreign operator to obtain a permit before departure, so allow a few days' lead time. Travelers fill out the Check-MIG form online before arrival.
Bogotá's climate is mild all year at 8,360 feet, with drier months from December to March and in July and August. Those dry periods are also popular for side trips to the Caribbean coast.