Travelling from Riga International Airport (RIX) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG): what you need to know
Bogota is seven hours behind Riga and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
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 on time to catch your RIX to BOG flight.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Riga International Airport to El Dorado International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between RIX and BOG:
London Heathrow Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Riga International Airport to El Dorado International Airport flight is RM2,220. A return plane ticket right now is RM3,306. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from RIX to BOG, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport to El Dorado International Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from RIX to BOG by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Riga International Airport to El Dorado International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
When it comes to Riga International Airport's on-time performance, 71.03% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Riga International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Riga. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Riga International Airport to El Dorado International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to RIX:
Arriving at El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Riga International Airport to El Dorado International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BOG instead:
Get your adventure underway 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.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from El Dorado International Airport around one week before your trip.
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.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
August is the busiest month for flights from Riga International Airport to El Dorado International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Bogota in April.
The warmest month in Bogota is September, with the temperature ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Book your flights from Riga International Airport to El Dorado International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Search for cheap tickets from RIX to BOG around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Colombia
You've visited Bogota, now it's time to explore other corners of Colombia. Journey around 306 kilometres south-west to Cali to tick off its popular sights. From Cristo Rey to Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Colombia, head for Medellin, roughly 241 kilometres north-west of Bogota. Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza are among its highlights.