Travelling from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Washington DC: what you need to know
Washington DC is 1 hour ahead of Bogota, where El Dorado International Airport is located. Washington DC operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
The busiest route is from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Take your pick of 83 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from BOG to IAD is the 07:15 Avianca service. If you'd rather travel later, the final departure is at 23:55 with Avianca.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from BOG to Washington DC. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Nonstop flights from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Washington DC are available for booking. Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is where you'll step off the plane.
Get on board with Avianca. This popular airline offers direct flights from El Dorado International Airport to Washington DC.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from BOG to Washington DC. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
If you have a passport from Colombia, you'll need an embassy visa to visit United States. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from El Dorado International Airport to Washington DC for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you book and definitely before you fly.
BOG is around 13 kilometres from central Bogota. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 1 hour and 12 minutes.
Booked an early flight from El Dorado International Airport to Washington DC? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near BOG:
How to find the cheapest flights from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Washington DC
Rs58,184 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from El Dorado International Airport to Washington DC. A return flight starts from Rs64,337. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Book 8 months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from BOG to Washington DC.
The cheapest month for tickets from El Dorado International Airport to Washington DC is April. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
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Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC is around 16 minutes by car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 43 minutes.
If you have a late flight from El Dorado International Airport to Washington DC, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near DCA:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The centre of Washington DC is about 56 kilometres from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). As soon as your flight from El Dorado International Airport to Washington DC has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 51 minutes.
The journey will take roughly 3 hours and 26 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from BOG to Washington DC, kick back at a hotel close to IAD. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Washington DC
July is the most popular month for flights from El Dorado International Airport to Washington DC. To steer clear of the crowds, head for Washington DC in May when things are quieter.
Lock in your flight from El Dorado International Airport to Washington DC for July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 19ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap flights from BOG to Washington DC in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Washington DC
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Washington DC right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from El Dorado International Airport to Washington DC:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. White House Historical Association, The White House and National Mall are must-do's during your Washington DC adventure.
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