Is a 45 min layover in Bogota long enough?

BOG · Eldorado International · Bogota, Colombia
It Depends

A 45 minutes layover at BOG (Bogota) is tight — it may or may not be enough.

Meets the domestic-domestic minimum but only works with an on-time arrival and no queues.
Concourses
2
Max Transit
25m
Avg. Security
20m
Primary Hub
Avianca
Domestic → Domestic
45min
tight
Domestic → International
60min
International → Domestic
90min
International → International
90min
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If your itinerary includes an international arrival, budget extra time for immigration and baggage claim before any domestic connection, since Colombia requires full entry processing rather than a sterile transit zone.
Avianca hub connections between two domestic flights are the smoothest option at BOG and can work with tighter buffers.
Watch for early morning bank congestion between roughly 5-8am when Avianca pushes large waves of domestic departures.
Signage between the domestic and international piers can be confusing for first-time visitors, so follow airport staff directions closely during peak hours.
If connecting internationally to internationally, expect to reclaim bags, clear customs, and recheck in, as true airside international transit is limited.
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Low risk
Moderate
High risk
Tight connections are safer outside peak hours. Morning rush (6–9a), midday (11a–2p), and evening (4–8p) are highest risk.
El Dorado operates as one main terminal with domestic and international piers connected by a long airside walking corridor; there is no train or shuttle required. International arrivals must pass through immigration and customs before reaching the domestic side, which functions as a full re-entry into the country rather than a simple walk-through, and there is no sterile international-to-international transit corridor for most passengers.
Is 45 minutes enough for a layover at Eldorado International (BOG)?

Meets the domestic-domestic minimum but only works with an on-time arrival and no queues.

What is the minimum connection time at BOG?

Minimum connection times at Eldorado International: Domestic-to-Domestic is 45 minutes, International-to-International is 90 minutes. These are the shortest layovers airlines will sell.

Can I make a 45 minutes connection at BOG on an international flight?

45 minutes is below the 90-minute international MCT at Eldorado International. You may need to rush and could miss your connection. El Dorado operates as one main terminal with domestic and international piers connected by a long airside walking corridor; there is no train or shuttle required. International arrivals must pass through immigration and customs before reaching the domestic side, which functions as a full re-entry into the country rather than a simple walk-through, and there is no sterile international-to-international transit corridor for most passengers.

How much time do I need for a layover at BOG?

We recommend at least 50 minutes for a comfortable connection at Eldorado International. This gives you enough buffer for security (typically 20 minutes) and transit between terminals (up to 25 minutes).

What happens if I miss my connection at BOG?

Avianca has rebooking desks in both the domestic and international concourses for passengers who misconnect on its own or partner flights; other airlines' passengers should go to their carrier's ticket counter or ground handling desk in the terminal for reissue and, if needed, a hotel voucher.

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