Travelling from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG): what you need to know
The timezone in Bogota is UTC-5, which is one hour behind Durham.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your RDU to BOG flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to El Dorado International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between RDU and BOG:
Orlando International Airport
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
Miami International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
R 2,349 is the lowest price for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to El Dorado International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 4,996. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from RDU to BOG if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to El Dorado International Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to El Dorado International Airport.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
80.09% of flights leaving Raleigh-Durham International Airport arrive at their destination on time. With its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of RDU.
Central Durham to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is approximately 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to El Dorado International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near RDU:
Arriving at El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Raleigh-Durham International Airport to El Dorado International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BOG instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an El Dorado International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Renta Facil, Localiza or Green Motion and experience the lesser-explored corners of Bogota and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from El Dorado International Airport about one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
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.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
August is the most popular month for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to El Dorado International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Bogota in April.
When booking your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to El Dorado International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. September is the warmest month in Bogota, with the temperature ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Search for cheap tickets from RDU to BOG sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Colombia
Cali is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Bogota. Around 306 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.
Medellin is another must-experience destination in Colombia and is around 241 kilometres north-west of Bogota. No journey is complete without experiencing Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza.