{ "response": { "Key": "BOG-SFO", "orig": { "code": "BOG", "type": "airport", "city": "Bogotá", "fullCity": "Bogotá, Colombia", "airport": "El Dorado Intl Airport" }, "dest": { "code": "SFO", "type": "airport", "city": "San Francisco", "fullCity": "San Francisco, California", "airport": "San Francisco Intl Airport" }, "faq": { "q0": { "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Bogotá to San Francisco?", "answer": "There are no nonstop flights from Bogotá (BOG) to San Francisco (SFO). The fastest connecting flights typically take around 10 to 11 hours, with common layovers in cities such as Panama City, Mexico City, or Miami. The return trip from San Francisco to Bogotá is often similar in duration, though it can be slightly longer due to prevailing winds and layover times." }, "q1": { "question": "Are there any direct flights from Bogotá to San Francisco?", "answer": "There are no nonstop flights from Bogotá to San Francisco. The shortest one-stop routings connect through Panama City (PTY) on Copa Airlines, taking about 9 hours 40 minutes total, or through San Salvador (SAL) on Avianca at roughly 9 hours 10 minutes with a quick 75-minute layover. Copa tends to be the cheapest at a median fare around $687, while Avianca and United via Houston are also common choices.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. Carrier service and weekly frequencies are summarized from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). Where available, on-time and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, and typical fares from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold. Stop counts, connecting hubs, and per-airline prices are drawn from a large sample of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. We group those fares by number of stops, by the hub airport a connection routes through, and by operating airline, and report each group's share of the sample alongside its lowest and median price.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines", "flight_schedule", "route_options" ] }, "q2": { "question": "Are there visa requirements to travel from Bogotá to San Francisco?", "answer": "Yes, visa requirements apply for travel from Bogotá to San Francisco. Colombian citizens need a U.S. visa to enter the United States. U.S. citizens traveling to Colombia do not need a visa for tourist stays up to 90 days. Nationals of other countries should check requirements for both the U.S. and Colombia based on their citizenship." }, "q3": { "question": "What are the ground transportation options in San Francisco?", "answer": "San Francisco International Airport (SFO) offers several ground transportation options to the city center. The BART rapid rail is the fastest and most-used public transit option, with a station located in the International Terminal. Ride-share services like Lyft and Uber pick up on Level 5 of the Domestic Garage, while taxis are available at the center islands outside Arrivals. Rental cars can be accessed via the AirTrain Blue Line to the consolidated Rental Car Center, and many hotels provide complimentary shuttle service. For a unique option, Waymo autonomous rides are available for select passengers at the Rental Car Center.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://flysfo.com/passengers/ground-transportation", "title": "Ground Transportation | San Francisco International Airport", "favicon": "https://flysfo.com/themes/custom/blueskies/favicon.ico", "time_published": "2026-04-08T21:19:40Z" }, { "url": "https://flysfo.com/de/node/10188", "title": "Ground Transportation | San Francisco International Airport", "favicon": "https://flysfo.com/themes/custom/blueskies/favicon.ico", "time_published": "2026-04-08T21:19:40Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SFO", "title": "San Francisco International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-27T05:13:36Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/San_Francisco_International_Airport", "title": "San Francisco International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-18T07:52:09Z" }, { "url": "https://www.flysfo.com/pt-br", "title": "Home Page | San Francisco International Airport", "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z" } ] }, "q4": { "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Bogotá to San Francisco?", "answer": "The cheapest months to fly from Bogotá to San Francisco are May, October, and September, with average fares around $563, $585, and $587 respectively. The most expensive month is December, averaging $890, followed by March at $762 and July at $666.", "methodology": "This 'good deal' estimate shows a representative best price for each departure date across roughly a 12-month window (about 3 months back and 9 months forward). It is built from real flight prices found by Priceline users searching this route, accumulated into a price history for each departure date. Rather than weighting all of that history equally, we apply exponential time decay so recent prices dominate — a price seen yesterday counts almost in full, one from about a month ago roughly a third, and prices from a few months back very little — giving a figure that tracks today's market instead of a stale long-run average. Clear price outliers are removed before any calculation, departure dates with no observations are filled in from nearby dates, and the resulting curve is lightly smoothed so it reads as a clean seasonal trend rather than day-to-day noise. For this route, fares for the requested travel direction were unavailable, so the pattern shown is derived from the reverse direction, which shares the same seasonal demand cycle.", "toolsUsed": [ "seasonal_prices" ] }, "q5": { "question": "How far in advance should I book tickets from Bogotá to San Francisco?", "answer": "For the Bogotá to San Francisco route, the optimal booking window is roughly 3 to 6 weeks before departure, when average fares settle around $627. Booking very early, around 175 days out, can occasionally yield slightly lower prices near $618, but waiting until the last minute tends to push fares above $630. During peak summer and holiday periods, demand can drive prices higher, so aiming for the earlier side of that window or even a bit sooner is wise.", "methodology": "This booking-window guidance is built from the same real flight prices found by Priceline users searching this route, re-grouped by how many days before departure each price was seen (from the departure day out to about 180 days ahead) across the route's price history. At each booking lead time we report the 25th-percentile price — the cheaper end of what travelers were quoted, rather than the rock-bottom minimum (which can be a fluke) or the average (which is pulled up by expensive last-minute fares). The buy-or-wait advice then applies a risk premium that grows as departure approaches, since seat availability shrinks and prices become less predictable; using that adjusted curve we flag windows where waiting is likely to save a meaningful amount (at least $20 or 5%) versus windows where booking now is the better call. Isolated single-day recommendations are filtered out, so the advice only reflects a window that holds for several days in a row. For this route, fares for the requested travel direction were unavailable, so the pattern shown is derived from the reverse direction, which shares the same seasonal demand cycle.", "toolsUsed": [ "booking_timing" ] }, "q6": { "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Bogotá to San Francisco?", "answer": "No nonstop red‑eyes are scheduled from Bogotá to San Francisco, but connecting itineraries whose long leg is a red‑eye are available. One such option departs Bogotá on Avianca, connects at San Salvador (SAL) with a long layover, and the overnight leg SAL→SFO on Avianca departs at 23:20 and arrives at 06:25 — landing in the early hours.", "methodology": "Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.", "toolsUsed": [ "redeye_flights" ] }, "q7": { "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Bogotá to San Francisco?", "answer": "There are no nonstop flights from Bogotá to San Francisco. Copa Airlines connects through Panama City up to 9 times daily, and Avianca routes through San Salvador with similar frequency. United offers one-stop options via Houston, Miami, Orlando, or Mexico City, while American connects through Dallas/Fort Worth or Miami. Air Canada and JetBlue also appear with occasional one-stop itineraries via Toronto or Fort Lauderdale.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q8": { "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Bogotá and San Francisco?", "answer": "Common layover cities include Miami, Houston, Dallas/Fort Worth, and Panama City. Miami offers numerous onward flights to San Francisco and efficient transit for U.S.-bound passengers. Houston and Dallas/Fort Worth provide extensive domestic connections and relatively short total travel times. Panama City serves as a major hub with Copa Airlines, offering seamless transfers and the advantage of a single connection without backtracking." }, "q9": { "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Bogotá to San Francisco?", "answer": "Reliability varies; Bogotá's altitude and weather can cause delays. Early flights are advisable, with Avianca generally performing well on this route." }, "q10": { "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to San Francisco?", "answer": "September to November offers the warmest, sunniest weather with fewer tourists than summer." }, "q11": { "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Bogotá to San Francisco?", "answer": "Bring a passport valid for the duration of your stay; Colombian citizens need a U.S. visa or ESTA, along with proof of COVID-19 vaccination if required, a payment method for bags, and evidence of onward travel." }, "q12": { "question": "Which airport should I use in San Francisco?", "answer": "San Francisco International is the primary airport, located 13 miles south of downtown and well‑connected by BART. Oakland and San Jose offer alternatives, often with lower fares on low‑cost carriers, but are farther from the city centre." }, "q13": { "question": "How do I get to El Dorado Intl Airport from the city center?", "answer": "To reach El Dorado International Airport from downtown Bogotá, the fastest and most popular option is a taxi or ride‑share, which takes about 20–40 minutes depending on traffic and costs a moderate fixed fare. A more affordable choice is the TransMilenio bus rapid transit system: take any route on the Calle 26 line to Portal Eldorado station, then transfer to the free feeder bus that goes directly to the airport terminal. Driving and parking are also possible, with several paid lots at the airport, but traffic on Avenida El Dorado can be heavy. Shuttle buses are generally not a common public option for this airport.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Portal%20Eldorado%20%28TransMilenio%29", "title": "Portal Eldorado (TransMilenio)", "time_published": "2024-11-14T16:54:41Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aeropuerto_Internacional_El_Dorado", "title": "El Dorado International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2003-08-19T01:45:50Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Portal_Eldorado_(TransMilenio)", "title": "Portal Eldorado (TransMilenio)", "time_published": "2024-11-14T16:54:41Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bogota", "title": "Bogotá - Wikipedia", "time_published": "2026-03-10T11:51:40Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List%20of%20airports%20in%20Colombia", "title": "List of airports in Colombia", "time_published": "2026-01-14T10:39:20Z" } ] }, "q15": { "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at San Francisco Intl Airport?", "answer": "San Francisco International Airport (SFO) offers currency exchange services; check the airport's passenger services listing for specific counter locations. A reflection room with a prayer room is available for quiet meditation, and there are also three yoga rooms across the terminals. Free Wi‑Fi is provided throughout the airport.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://flysfo.com/passengers/shop-dine-relax", "title": "Shop/Dine/Relax | San Francisco International Airport", "time_published": "2026-03-12T16:15:43Z" }, { "url": "http://www.flysfo.com/welcome-terminal-3", "title": "Welcome to Terminal 3 | San Francisco International Airport", "favicon": "http://www.flysfo.com/themes/custom/blueskies/favicon.ico", "time_published": "2026-05-08T21:34:33Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/San_Francisco_International_Airport", "title": "San Francisco International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-18T07:52:09Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/San%20Francisco%20International%20Airport", "title": "San Francisco International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-28T21:12:40Z" }, { "url": "https://flysfo.com/passengers/services-amenities", "title": "Services & Amenities | San Francisco International Airport", "favicon": "https://flysfo.com/themes/custom/blueskies/favicon.ico", "time_published": "2026-03-03T22:32:54Z" } ] }, "q17": { "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Bogotá to San Francisco?", "answer": "There’s no nonstop service from Bogotá to San Francisco, so all flights involve a connection. On the long segment, the most common aircraft are the Airbus A320-200 Neo, Boeing 737 MAX 8, Boeing 737 MAX 9, and Boeing 737-900, depending on the connecting hub and airline. The shorter leg typically uses narrowbodies like the Boeing 737 series or Airbus A320-family jets; exact equipment can vary by day and carrier. Wi‑Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on these modern fleets.", "methodology": "Aircraft types are taken from the equipment each operating carrier schedules on this route, drawn from published airline timetables and airline equipment schedules in our flight-schedule database. They describe typical scheduled aircraft and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute equipment swaps. Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_aircraft", "route_airlines" ] }, "q18": { "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Bogotá to San Francisco?", "answer": "Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam all serve the Bogotá–San Francisco route through their member airlines: United, Avianca, Air Canada, and Copa for Star Alliance; American for oneworld; and Delta and Aeroméxico for SkyTeam. JetBlue and LATAM also operate on this route but belong to no global alliance.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. Stop counts, connecting hubs, and per-airline prices are drawn from a large sample of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. We group those fares by number of stops, by the hub airport a connection routes through, and by operating airline, and report each group's share of the sample alongside its lowest and median price.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines", "route_options" ] }, "q20": { "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Bogotá?", "answer": "At Bogotá’s El Dorado International Airport (BOG), the standout international lounge is the El Dorado Lounge in Terminal 1 (airside, near Gate A8), accessible with Priority Pass or by paying at the door. It offers a premium buffet (hot food at an extra cost), a cinema, a golf simulator, spa treatments, and a complimentary Gold Museum exhibit. Avianca operates the Avianca Bogota Gold Lounge for international business-class and elite passengers, while Copa Club serves Copa Airlines passengers in the same terminal. On the domestic side, Avianca has the Avianca Lounge Bogota and there is also The Lounge Bogota, both in Terminal 1. Terminal 2 houses the Harmony Lounge Bogota for domestic travelers.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/BOG", "title": "American Express Lounges at El Dorado International Airport | Amex US", "time_published": "2026-05-05T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/colombia/el-dorado-international", "title": "El Dorado International Airport BOG Lounges - BOG Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-ca/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/BOG", "title": "American Express Lounges at El Dorado International Airport | Amex CA", "favicon": "https://www.americanexpress.com/apple-touch-icon-152x152.png" }, { "url": "https://www.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/colombia/el-dorado-international/bog9-el-dorado-lounge-international-departures", "title": "El Dorado Lounge (International Departures) BOG AIRPORT Terminal 1 International Bogota El Dorado Intl | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://next.loungebuddy.com/en-AU/BOG/el-dorado-lounge-terminal-1-international-ic36gGB1sB?currency=USD", "title": "El Dorado Lounge", "time_published": "2019-12-14T00:00:00Z" } ] }, "q21": { "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Bogotá to San Francisco?", "answer": "Allowances vary by airline and fare type. Basic economy often excludes checked bags; standard international economy usually includes one checked bag and a carry‑on. Premium cabins offer additional checked bags." }, "q22": { "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Bogotá to San Francisco?", "answer": "Flights from Bogotá to San Francisco typically offer Economy and flat‑bed Business class; Premium Economy is uncommon on this route." }, "q23": { "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Same‑day changes and standby depend on the airline and fare class, with flexible and premium tickets offering more generous options while Basic Economy typically excludes them." } } } }