Travelling from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG): what you need to know
Bogota's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Bogota one hour behind Washington DC.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your DCA to BOG flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as February. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Ronald Reagan National Airport to El Dorado International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between DCA and BOG:
Orlando International Airport
Miami International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Ronald Reagan National Airport to El Dorado International Airport flight is R 2,122. A round-trip ticket is currently R 5,026. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DCA to BOG if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport to El Dorado International Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from DCA to BOG by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport to El Dorado International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
The address for DCA is 1 Aviation Circle.
Of all flights departing from Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% touch down on time at their destination.
Ronald Reagan National Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to DCA? If you've booked an early flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to El Dorado International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Consider staying in a hotel close to BOG if you're catching a late Ronald Reagan National Airport to El Dorado International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with an El Dorado International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Renta Facil, Localiza or Green Motion and experience more of Bogota and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from El Dorado International Airport around one week before travelling.
Getting from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to central Bogota
From El Dorado International Airport, Bogota is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
The quietest month for a flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to El Dorado International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Bogota based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to El Dorado International Airport for September if you'd like to go to Bogota during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DCA to BOG in January. Average temperatures are between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.
Explore more of Colombia
Cali is just one of the many places in Colombia waiting to be explored after you've seen Bogota. Around 306 kilometres away to the south-west, its top attractions include Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.
Around 241 kilometres north-west of Bogota, Medellin is another essential stop in Colombia. Start your sightseeing at Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza.