Overview
Colombia has shed its old reputation to become one of South America's most rewarding destinations, blending Caribbean coastline, Andean coffee country and the colonial charm of Cartagena. For UK travellers the capital Bogotá is the main long-haul gateway, and increasingly it can be reached with a single, direct hop. Comparing fares in one place makes finding the right flight straightforward.
Best time to fly to Colombia
Sitting near the equator, Colombia is warm all year and its climate is shaped more by altitude than by season. The drier months of December to March, and a shorter dry spell around July and August, are the most popular. Fares generally ease outside the December holidays and the local peak periods; the price charts on this page show the cheapest dates for your route.
Main gateway cities & airports
The primary gateway is Bogotá El Dorado (BOG), one of Latin America's busiest airports. Other key entry points include Medellín (MDE), the coastal cities of Cartagena (CTG) and Barranquilla (BAQ), and Cali (CLO) in the south-west.
Airlines and routes
Avianca operates a direct service between London and Bogotá, taking around 11 hours. For connecting options — often better value — Iberia (via Madrid), Air France (via Paris), KLM (via Amsterdam) and US carriers (via cities such as Miami) all serve Colombia from the UK. Comparing carriers for your exact dates is the surest way to secure the lowest fare.
Popular places to visit in Colombia
- Cartagena: a beautifully preserved walled colonial city on the Caribbean
- Bogotá: the high-altitude capital with the Gold Museum and lively La Candelaria
- Medellín: the reinvented 'city of eternal spring'
- The Coffee Triangle: green valleys, plantations and the Cocora palm forest
- Tayrona National Park: jungle-fringed Caribbean beaches
Top tips for finding cheap flights to Colombia
- Book several weeks to a few months ahead for the best value.
- Avoid the December peak and travel in the quieter shoulder weeks.
- Compare the direct Bogotá service against one-stop European routes.
- Be flexible with dates — midweek departures are often cheaper.
Travel essentials
- Visa: UK travellers do not need a visa for tourist stays of up to 90 days
- Currency: the Colombian peso (COP)
- When to book: check the price charts on this page for the cheapest days
