BOG · Bogotá, Colombia
El Dorado International Airport — Wi-Fi, eSIM & arrival guide
T1 (international + most domestic), T2 (low-cost — Wingo, Avianca regional). This page covers what to expect on the ground — free Wi-Fi reality, mobile signal at the gate, ground transport into Bogotá, and how to skip the SIM-card booth queue.
Free airport Wi-Fi
Good
Distance to Bogotá
13 km
Free Wi-Fi & mobile signal at BOG
Free Wi-Fi: Free Wi-Fi.
Mobile signal at arrival: Claro CO, Movistar CO, Tigo, WOM — all good.
Ground transport from BOG to Bogotá
TransMilenio + Sitp
⏱ 60–90 min to CentroCOP 3,200 (~$0.80)
Authorized taxi (orange)
⏱ 40–80 min depending on trafficCOP 30,000–55,000 (~$7–13)
Use the official taxi line — never accept curb rides.
Uber / Cabify / DiDi
⏱ SameCOP 25,000–45,000
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How to activate your eSIM for Colombia
1
Choose your plan in LTE.app
Browse Colombia plans and select one that fits your trip length. Takes under a minute.
2
Scan the QR code in your phone settings
iOS: Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM. Android: Settings → Network → SIM → Add eSIM. Scan the QR and confirm.
3
Board your flight
Your eSIM is installed. No action needed during the flight. Keep your home SIM active for calls and texts.
4
Land at El Dorado International Airport — you're connected
The eSIM connects automatically to a Colombia carrier. By the time you reach baggage claim, you have data.
FAQ — BOG El Dorado International Airport
Is there free Wi-Fi at El Dorado International Airport?
Yes — Free Wi-Fi. A Colombia eSIM still gives you reliable data the moment you land and continues working throughout your trip, not just inside the terminal.
How do I get from El Dorado International Airport to Bogotá?
El Dorado International Airport has multiple options: TransMilenio + Sitp (60–90 min to Centro, COP 3,200 (~$0.80)); Authorized taxi (orange) (40–80 min depending on traffic, COP 30,000–55,000 (~$7–13)); Uber / Cabify / DiDi (Same, COP 25,000–45,000). The airport is about 13 km from Bogotá.
Can I buy a SIM card at El Dorado International Airport?
El Dorado International Airport has SIM card vendors in the arrivals area, but they are typically more expensive than buying online. LTE.app lets you purchase and install a Colombia eSIM before you fly — it activates automatically when you land.
Which mobile carrier should I use at El Dorado International Airport?
LTE.app partners with multiple local carriers in Colombia to provide wide network coverage. Our plans use multi-network eSIMs that connect to the best available signal at El Dorado International Airport and throughout the country.
When should I install my eSIM for Colombia?
Install your eSIM at home before your flight, while connected to Wi-Fi. It takes under two minutes — just scan a QR code in your phone settings. Activation happens automatically when you land at El Dorado International Airport and connect to the local network.
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