Travelling from Matecana International Airport (PEI) to Washington DC: what you need to know
Matecana International Airport is located in Pereira. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Washington DC is one hour ahead of Pereira.
Give yourself enough time to get on your PEI to Washington DC flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from PEI to Washington DC with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Central Pereira to PEI is around 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 15 minutes to reach there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
In search of a hotel close to PEI? If you're catching an early flight from Matecana International Airport to Washington DC, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights leaving Matecana International Airport, 61.6% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Matecana International Airport (PEI) to Washington DC
309 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Matecana International Airport to Washington DC flight. Return plane tickets start at 357 €. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from PEI to Washington DC if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
Scoring cheap tickets from Matecana International Airport to Washington DC is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to access the best prices throughout the month and snap up an awesome deal.
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Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
The distance from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC is roughly 8 kilometres. It'll take you around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to DCA if you have a late flight from Matecana International Airport to Washington DC. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Ronald Reagan National Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Sixt or Dollar to explore Washington DC and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Ronald Reagan National Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from PEI to Washington DC.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is roughly 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. Following your flight from Matecana International Airport to Washington DC, it'll take you around 50 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to IAD. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your PEI to Washington DC flight:
Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt make picking up a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride one week ahead of your arrival at IAD will save you money.
Washington Dulles International Airport can be found at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) is around 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. It takes about 50 minutes to get to the city centre in a ride-share or cab once you've hopped off your flight from Matecana International Airport to Washington DC.
The journey will take around 1 hour 30 minutes using public transport.
If you don't want to make the trip to the centre, choose a hotel close to BWI. Make yourself comfortable at one of these stays after your PEI to Washington DC flight:
Be in the driver's seat of the next part of your journey by picking up a Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport rental car. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget make getting on the road effortless.
If you're searching for a specific model or make, lock in your ride from BWI about two weeks before your flight from Matecana International Airport to Washington DC. This improves your chances of getting the car you want, as well as a better rate.
Best time to go to Washington DC
Before locking in your flights from Matecana International Airport to Washington DC, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Washington DC offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season brings better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Book a Matecana International Airport to Washington DC plane ticket with a departure in July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PEI to Washington DC in January when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Washington DC
Once you've booked your flight from Matecana International Airport to Washington DC, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Washington DC:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. The White House, White House Historical Association and National Mall are essential stops on your Washington DC itinerary.
Explore more of United States
New York is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
Around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC, Philadelphia is another essential stop in United States. No visit is complete without checking out Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.