If you're flying from anywhere in South America, Avianca is almost certainly your most direct path to Curaçao. As Colombia's flagship carrier and a Star Alliance member, it turns Bogotá into a genuine gateway — a short hop rather than a long-haul detour through the US or Europe.
This guide covers Avianca's route to Curaçao, how its fare tiers actually differ (they're more complex than a US carrier's), baggage rules, and whether Lifemiles is worth chasing on this trip.
Avianca's Route to Curaçao
- Bogotá (BOG) — Primary Route
- Daily flights, year-round
- Flight time
- ≈ 2h 15m
- Aircraft
- Airbus A320 / A319
Connecting Through Bogotá
Bogotá is Avianca's hub, so most South American travelers connect through it rather than flying there directly. Typical connection windows run 1–3 hours:
This tool compares fares across every airline flying BOG–CUR, including Avianca — useful for checking whether Avianca's price is actually the best one on your dates.
Fare Classes on the Curaçao Route
Avianca's fare structure is more layered than a US carrier's — four Economy sub-tiers plus Extra and Business. Know the difference before you book, since XS and S fares exclude a real carry-on bag entirely.
Economy · XS / S
Cheapest, most restrictive
Personal item only — no carry-on bag, no free seat selection on XS. No checked bag included; adding one costs $45–80 each way. Fine for a light backpack trip, risky otherwise.
Economy · M / L
Recommended minimum
A real carry-on bag included, free seat selection, and one checked bag (23 kg). L adds fee-free changes. Book at least M fare — the savings on XS/S rarely offset losing your carry-on.
Extra
Worth it on this route
4–6 extra inches of legroom, priority boarding, a welcome drink, and one 23 kg checked bag included. Reasonable upgrade for the 2+ hour flight from Bogotá.
Business
Lounge access included
Blocked middle seat, multi-course meal service, two 32 kg checked bags, and Star Alliance lounge access at Bogotá. Typically $600–1,000 roundtrip.
Baggage on Curaçao Flights
Carry-On
Checked Bags
Baggage allowance varies more by fare tier here than on most US carriers — check what's actually included before comparing Avianca's ticket price to anyone else's.
Does Lifemiles Matter for This Trip?
If you already fly Star Alliance carriers, yes — here's the ladder and what it buys you on this route.
Award flights to Curaçao from Bogotá typically run 15,000–25,000 miles each way in Economy, or 40,000–60,000 for Business. Lifemiles also transfers in from American Express Membership Rewards and Chase Ultimate Rewards, which is a useful backdoor if you don't fly Avianca directly but hold either of those cards.
Lounge Access
Avianca's Star Alliance lounge at Bogotá El Dorado sits airside in the International Terminal near Gate 45, open 4am–11pm — included for Business Class passengers and Star Alliance Gold members, or accessible with a $50–60 day pass. There's no Avianca lounge at Curaçao's airport, since Avianca doesn't operate a hub there.
CUR does have an independent airport lounge open to any traveler for a fee, and some credit cards include Priority Pass access there. Our airport guide covers what else is available on the ground.
Booking Tips
Avianca vs. Other Carriers
Choose Avianca If
Consider Another Airline If
24 Hours Before
Online check-in opens 24 hours out. If you're checking a bag, arrive at least 2 hours before an international departure — dedicated bag-drop counters are available once you've checked in online.
Groups 1 Through 5
Business Class and Star Alliance Gold members board Group 1; Extra Class is Group 2; M and L Economy fares fill Groups 3–4; XS and S fares board last in Group 5.
What's Included
A complimentary non-alcoholic drink and small snack in every fare class, with buy-on-board food available in Economy. Extra Class adds a welcome drink; Business gets full multi-course meal service. WiFi isn't available on most aircraft, and power outlets are limited on older planes.
Landing at CUR
Have your passport and Digital Embarkation/Disembarkation (ED) Card ready — it needs to be completed online within 48 hours before departure. Bags are usually out within 20–40 minutes. Taxis, rental cars, and pre-arranged transfers are all available right outside customs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — daily nonstop flights from Bogotá year-round, roughly 2 hours 15 minutes each way. It's the most direct route from Colombia and South America to Curaçao.
Roundtrip fares in Economy M (Classic) typically run $300–600 from Bogotá, depending on season and booking timing. XS (Light) fares may run $50–100 less but exclude a carry-on bag. Extra Class adds roughly $80–150 each way; Business runs $600–1,000 roundtrip.
Colombian citizens don't need a visa for tourist stays up to 90 days, but you do need to complete a Digital Embarkation/Disembarkation Card online within 48 hours of departure, and your passport needs to be valid for the length of your stay.
Yes. Economy awards from Bogotá typically run 15,000–25,000 miles each way, depending on demand and season. Business Class awards run 40,000–60,000 miles each way. Check avianca.com or Lifemiles directly for live availability.
For the 2+ hour flight from Bogotá, Extra Class offers the best value — extra legroom, priority boarding, and a checked bag included. Business Class adds a blocked middle seat and lounge access. Exit row Economy seats also offer more room but may have limited recline.
A complimentary non-alcoholic drink and small snack come with every fare class. Additional food is buy-on-board in Economy. Extra Class includes a welcome drink; Business gets full multi-course meal service.