Flying from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Medellin: what you need to know
The timezone in Medellin is UTC-5. The city is six hours behind Basel, where EuroAirport Swiss is located.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your BSL to Medellin flight.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Whether you'd like to explore a new city along the way or just have a break, we make it easy to find plane tickets from BSL to Medellin with a stopover. To check out your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) is a popular connection hub.
The journey from central Basel to BSL takes around 30 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Medellin? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to BSL:
76.48% of flights leaving from EuroAirport Swiss arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Medellin
Rs138,781 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way EuroAirport Swiss to Medellin flight. A return flight ticket right now is Rs293,474. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from BSL to Medellin. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
If you have flexibility with your travel plans, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when looking for your EuroAirport Swiss to Medellin ticket.
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Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Medellin by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
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 opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive will take roughly 35 minutes.
If you have a late flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Medellin, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near MDE:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Confort Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Medellin and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from BSL to Medellin.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) is roughly 6 kilometres from central Medellin. After your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Medellin, it'll take you around 15 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near EOH. Settle in and get cosy after your BSL to Medellin flight at any of these well-located options:
Why wait? An Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car lets you get moving right away. Find the perfect playlist and hit the road with a set of wheels from Confort Rent a Car or Green Motion.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Reserving your ride from EOH one week ahead of time often means better prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
Before you book your flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Medellin, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Medellin offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season brings cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
When booking your EuroAirport Swiss to Medellin flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Medellin, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 27ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 11ºC and 27ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from BSL to Medellin around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Medellin
Once you've booked your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Medellin, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Medellin:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Botero Plaza, Parque Arvi and Pueblito Paisa are top sights which should be on any good Medellin itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Medellin. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
Cali is another must-experience destination in Colombia and is around 322 kilometres south of Medellin. No journey is complete without visiting Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.
