All business travel between cities in Colombia is by air. Colombian air transportation is well-developed with international airports in Bogota, Barranquilla, Cartagena, Cali and Medellin providing regular flights to major cities abroad. Frequent domestic flights connect principal cities within Colombia. Internal flights are frequently late or several may be combined if there are not enough passengers. There is taxi service available at all major hotels.
Most commercial offices follow the first system and most manufacturing operations the second.
On the last work day of the month, banks close at noon. When paying by cash, it is sometimes possible to negotiate a discount at some stores. Business clothing varies somewhat depending on the climate of the region of the country being visited. In Bogota and the mountain region, dress is more formal and colors are darker than in tropical areas. Business suits for men and suits and pantsuits for women are customary during the business day and for evening events such as dinners, cocktails and receptions.