Flying from Belize City to Medellin: what you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Belize City. Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Belize City to Medellin departing from here.
Come in for landing at Medellin's major arrival point, Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE).
Medellin's timezone is UTC-5, making Medellin one hour ahead of Belize City.
To ensure you don't miss your Belize City to Medellin flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as December, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belize City to Medellin
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap Belize City to Medellin flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Belize City to Medellin is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and bag a fantastic deal.
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Flying from Belize City
Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE)
Whether you're eager to visit another city as part of your journey or just take a break, we make it easy to find a flight with a stopover. To compare your options taking off from Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Miami International Airport (MIA) is a stop you can make on your Belize City to Medellin flight.
Central Belize City to BZE is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 20 minutes to reach there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Need a handy hotel near Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Belize City to Medellin, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
80.18% of flights leaving Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport land at their destination as planned. With its strong on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when jetting out of BZE.
Arriving in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to central Medellin takes around 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.
If you have a late flight from Belize City to Medellin, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near MDE:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Confort Rent a Car and explore beyond Medellin's usual tourist stops.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around one week in advance of your Belize City to Medellin flight.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Central Medellin is approximately 3 kilometres from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). Once your flight from Belize City to Medellin has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 15 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 30 minutes or so.
Touch down, collect your Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car, and hit the road without skipping a beat. Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best price by securing your ride from EOH one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Belize City to Medellin. August is the busiest month to travel to Medellin. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Lock in a Belize City to Medellin ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Medellin to range from 11ºC to 27ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Belize City to Medellin in July when temperatures average between 11ºC and 27ºC.
More about Medellin
Once you've booked your flight from Belize City to Medellin, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Medellin:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Parque Arvi, Botero Plaza and Pueblito Paisa are popular attractions which should feature on any good Medellin itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is just one of the many places in Colombia waiting to be explored after you've experienced Medellin. Around 241 kilometres 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 sought-after destination in Colombia and is around 322 kilometres south of Medellin. No journey is complete without seeing Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.
