ICFP 2025
Attendance Logistics
Your Guide to Participating in ICFP 2025
Explore essential information on the ICFP 2025 conference venue, closest airport, Bogotá travel, and more to help you make the most of your in-person ICFP 2025 experience in Bogotá, Colombia.
Weekly Logistics Update
Check your inbox linked to your Dryfta account—we are sending logistics emails to all registered Delegates in the month leading up to ICFP 2025!
In Case of Emergency
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Police/Ambulance/Fire: Dial 123 (National Emergency Number)
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At your hotel: Contact the front desk
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At the Ágora Bogotá Convention Center: Visit the 1st floor information desk
Transportation
Arriving in Bogotá (31 October – 3 November until 12:00 pm)
- ICFP 2025 is providing free transportation from El Dorado International Airport to official ICFP hotels on the dates specified above.
- If you arrive on an international flight, once you have collected your luggage and passed through customs, follow the conference signage to the ICFP waiting room. From there, logistics personnel will guide you to the buses located near the elevators or escalators in Terminal 1.
- It is essential that your travel itinerary has been completed in Dryfta.
Conference Days (3–6 November)
- Free round-trip transportation: official ICFP hotels ↔ Ágora Convention Center
- Morning: 6:00 am – 9:00 am
- Evening: 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Returning to the Airport (6–7 November)
- From the Ágora Convention Center to the airport
- From the official ICFP hotels to the airport
Badge Pick Up
You can pick up your badge beginning 1 November at 11:00 am at Ágora Bogota, ICFP 2025 Convention Center, during the specified hours.
- 1 November
11:00 am–5:00 pm - 2–5 November
6:00 am –5:00 pm - 6 November
6:00 am–1:30 pm
View Quick Links to to ICFP Logistics Materials:
Conference Venue:
Ágora Bogotá Convention Center
Address: Calle 24 #38–47, Bogotá, Colombia
ICFP 2025 will be held at the Ágora Bogotá Convention Center, a modern, state-of-the-art facility located in the Teusaquillo district—Bogotá’s leading convention hub. Spanning approximately 65,000 m² over five floors, the venue features a main hall seating up to 4,000 guests, multipurpose rooms, and ample exhibition, lobby, and terrace space.
Designed for full accessibility with ramps, elevators, wide corridors, and accessible restrooms, the Ágora also reflects ICFP’s values through its commitment to sustainability and technological excellence, with an environmentally friendly design focused on green building principles, natural ventilation for cooling and heating, and rainwater collection for reuse.
The venue is located at Calle 24 #38-47, about 9 km (20 minutes by car) from El Dorado International Airport (BOG). The nearest TransMilenio station is Corferias, and several SITP bus routes run nearby along Avenida Las Américas and Avenida La Esperanza.
Closest Airport:
El Dorado International Airport
Most ICFP 2025 attendees will likely arrive through El Dorado International Airport (BOG), located just 9.1 kilometers / 5.6 miles (~20 minute drive) from the Ágora Bogotá Convention Center. With direct connections to major cities worldwide, BOG is the most convenient airport for traveling to the conference.
ICFP will provide shuttle services for guests staying at the hotels listed below. The shuttle route will run: Airport → Hotel → Conference → Hotel → Airport (More information on conference shuttles will be available soon).
Typical Weather Conditions:
Bogotá in November
Bogotá’s high elevation—2,640 meters / 8,660 feet above sea level—gives the city a mild climate year-round. Please be aware of the altitude before you travel, as it may affect how your body adjusts upon arrival.
In November, you can expect cool temperatures and occasional rain.
Temperature Highs: 18–19 °C / 64–66 °F | Temperature Lows: 7–12 °C / 45–54 °F
Dressing for the Weather: The ICFP 2025 Secretariat recommends attendees pack layered clothing (long sleeves and a light sweater or coat) plus a compact umbrella or waterproof jacket.
Airline Discount—Avianca Airlines
Avianca is pleased to offer special discounts for registered attendees of the 2025 International Conference on Family Planning (ICFP) in Bogotá, Colombia.
Discounts include:
• 15% off Classic fares
• 20% off Flex fares
We are delighted to partner with Avianca to make your travel to Bogotá more accessible, and we look forward to welcoming you to ICFP 2025.
Airline Discount—Delta Airlines
Delta Air Lines is pleased to offer special discounts for those attending Johns Hopkins University’s 2025 International Conference on Family Planning. Please click here to book your flights.
You may also call Conferences and Events® at 1.800.328.1111* Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. (EST) and refer to Meeting Event Code: NY428
*Please note there is not a service fee for reservations booked and ticketed via our reservation 800 number
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DELTA BRANDED FARE |
PERCENTAGE OFF |
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Delta One / First Class |
8% |
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Delta Premium Select / Comfort + |
5% |
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Main Cabin |
3% |
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Basic Economy |
N/A |
Key Health and Safety Information
To help ensure a healthy and worry-free experience at ICFP 2025 in Bogotá, we recommend reviewing general health guidance and vaccination considerations before you travel.
Vaccinations and Precautions
Vaccination requirements vary based on your travel history, including your country of departure, layovers, and destinations within Colombia.
Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory for all travelers entering certain areas outside of Bogotá. With an increase in cases in recent years, it’s important to review these requirements before your trip. Additional recommended—but not required—vaccines include Hepatitis A and Typhoid.
For travel to certain areas outside of Bogotá, particularly rainforest areas, malaria prevention medication and protective measures like insect repellent and mosquito nets are also advised.
Visas
Find out whether you need a visa to attend ICFP 2025 in Bogotá, Colombia—and explore our practical resources designed to guide you through the visa process.
Hotels
Explore our selection of recommended hotels with exclusive rates and special room blocks reserved for ICFP 2025 delegates. Enjoy convenience and comfort as you join us in the beautiful city of Bogotá.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to commonly asked questions regarding registration as well as general information about the conference to help you prepare for an incredible ICFP 2025 experience.
Program Schedule
The full ICFP 2025 conference program is now available!
Updated in real time, this is your central hub to explore everything happening at the conference, including scientific sessions, high-level plenaries, pre- and post-conferences, community-driven ICFP LIVE programming, and special events.