How to find cheap flights to Medellin
Rs461,700 is the cheapest price for a round-trip flight to Medellin. For a one-way plane ticket, the lowest fare is Rs206,385.
Save yourself the effort of checking fares every day by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or a notification on the app when ticket prices drop.
Avoid leaving things to the last moment. You're more likely to get the lowest price on tickets if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
Click on the 'Add nearby airports' filter to cast a wider net for cheap flights to Medellin. This will show you all the airports around your departure and arrival points.
Opting for a multi-leg trip can help lower your fare, so search for flights that have one stop or more. After your results show up, select the 'Stops' filter to browse your options.
Best time to go to Medellin
Make use of the 'Whole month' tool if you're flexible with your dates. Browse fares for the entire month and find a flight that suits your schedule and budget.
December sees the highest demand for flights. The city is usually at its busiest, giving you no shortage of things to do.
March is the quietest time of year to visit if you want a more relaxed pace. You'll generally find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Medellin then.
Check the weather conditions before you head off. August brings the warmest days in Medellin, averaging between 9ºC and 27ºC.
December is when temperatures hit their lowest, between 9ºC and 24ºC.
Hoping for clearer skies? January is the driest month in Medellin, averaging 14 days of rain.
The wettest time of year is May. Visit then and you'll likely get around 27 days of rainfall.
Flying to Medellin: what you need to know
The leading hub for flights into the city is Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE).
Avoid the layovers and get to your destination in one easy hop. Take a direct flight to Medellin with one of these popular airlines:
Medellin operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
Complete your trip by choosing a stay that fits your style. Check out these popular hotels once you've booked your ticket:
Getting to central Medellin from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE)
Central Medellin is about 32 kilometres from MDE, the city's main airport.
You'll reach the centre in around 45 minutes if you're taking a taxi or ride-share after your flight to Medellin.
The trip when using public transport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Slip into bed soon after your flight to Medellin. Put your bags down at any of these hotels close to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport and you'll be fast asleep in no time:
Can't wait to kick off your adventure? Pick up a car rental at MDE with leading brands like Localiza, Green Motion and Confort Rent a Car. Hop into the driver's seat and get ready to discover Medellin and beyond.
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport serves Medellin and nearby areas in Antioquia department, Colombia.
Medellin highlights
Step off your flight to Medellin and head directly for these major attractions:
Palacio de Bellas Artes: Around 0.48 kilometres east of the centre in La Candelaria, this landmark offers a great first taste of the city.
Laguna de Guatape: Need one more reason to visit Medellin? This landmark attracts travellers from all over and is around 11 kilometres south of the city centre in La Candelaria.
Explore more of Colombia
Colombia has plenty more ways to surprise you. Venture on to Bogota, located about 241 kilometres southeast of Medellin. Teatro Colon Bogota, Gold Museum and Museum of Contemporary Art of Bogota have to be on your to-do list. Bogota Airport (BOG) is the city's nearest major airport.
Another city in Colombia that has plenty of appeal is Bucaramanga. From Medellin, it's around 290 kilometres east and features highlights like Holy Family Metropolitan Cathedral and Panachi. Find time for Canon Del Chicamocha too. Bucaramanga Airport (BGA) is the main arrival point for this city.
About 161 kilometres south of Medellin, Pereira is well worth the journey. Big reasons to visit include Paisaje Cultural Cafetero, Lugar De Contemplación Monte Tabor and Mirador del cielo. Flying into Pereira Airport (PEI) is the most convenient way to arrive here.
Complete your trip with a Medellin car rental
Want to rent a car in the city? Browse the car rentals in Medellin and set off on your own adventure. Easily compare prices in one place to find the ideal ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight to Medellin.
