Flying from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Medellin: what you need to know
The timezone in Medellin is UTC-5. The city is 15 hours behind Brisbane, where Brisbane Airport is located.
To avoid missing your BNE to Medellin flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
BNE is about 10 kilometres from central Brisbane. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Brisbane Airport to Medellin? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to BNE:
Of all flights departing from Brisbane Airport, 66.16% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Medellin
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Brisbane Airport to Medellin flight is Rs246,234. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs546,389. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from BNE to Medellin, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
Finding cheap tickets from Brisbane Airport to Medellin is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest prices across the month and snap up an incredible deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from BNE to Medellin by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Find a cheap flight from Brisbane Airport to Medellin with the help of our filters. Select your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Medellin. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Brisbane Airport to Medellin. Book one of these accommodation options near MDE instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Confort Rent a Car and see more of Medellin and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around one week before your flight from BNE to Medellin can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
The centre of Medellin is about 6 kilometres from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). Once your flight from Brisbane Airport to Medellin has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 15 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 30 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to EOH. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your BNE to Medellin flight:
Why wait around for a cab? An Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car lets you start your journey right away. Turn up the music and hit the road with a set of wheels from Confort Rent a Car or Green Motion.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from EOH one week in advance often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Brisbane Airport to Medellin. The city buzzes during peak season, but hotel prices are usually higher and top attractions can get busy. Plan your trip to Medellin in low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
Book a Brisbane Airport to Medellin plane ticket with a departure in August to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 11ºC to 27ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BNE to Medellin in July when temperatures average between 11ºC and 27ºC.
More about Medellin
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Medellin right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Brisbane Airport to Medellin:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Botero Plaza, Parque Arvi and Pueblito Paisa are must-visits when exploring Medellin.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is just one of the many places in Colombia waiting to be explored after you've seen Medellin. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
Cali is another sought-after destination in Colombia and is around 322 kilometres south of Medellin. No journey is complete without dropping by Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.
