Flying from Fort Lauderdale to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE): What you need to know
Fort Lauderdale's main base, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), is where great travel stories take off. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE).
3 hours 25 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Fort Lauderdale to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport flight.
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport is located in Medellin. The city runs on the UTC-5 timezone and is one hour behind Fort Lauderdale.
With 15 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is the busiest route. JetBlue Airways operates the earliest flight at 9:50am. If you prefer to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest departure from FLL to MDE is with AVIANCA at 4:30pm.
To ensure you get on your flight from Fort Lauderdale to MDE, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
You can take a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) departing from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL).
Leading airlines that operate direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport departing FLL include:
The majority of travellers choose to fly with AVIANCA between FLL and MDE.
With 73.77% of services landing as planned, JetBlue Airways is the leading performer for punctuality on this route.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to MDE. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ)
FLL is around 8 kilometres from central Fort Lauderdale. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights departing from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, 73.74% land on schedule at their destination.
You'll find FLL at 320 Terminal Drive.
About Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Book a hotel close to MDE if you have a late flight from Fort Lauderdale to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:
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 explore beyond Medellin's usual tourist stops.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride around one week ahead of your Fort Lauderdale to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Currently, Rs18,360 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs50,070. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to MDE if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Think about your travel style when planning the timing of your trip. April is the quietest month to visit Medellin. August is when most people book flights from Fort Lauderdale to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.
The warmest month in Medellin is August, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 27ºC. Book your Fort Lauderdale to MDE flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
July has temperatures of between 11ºC and 27ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Medellin
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Medellin right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport:
EcoParque Comuna 13 and Palacio de Bellas Artes are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Medellin travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Museo comuna 13.
Explore more of Colombia
You've seen Medellin, now it's time to discover more of Colombia. Journey about 225 kilometres south-east to Bogota to check off its top sights. From Free Walking tour Bogotá de la Candelaria. To Teatro Colon Bogota and Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 274 kilometres north-east of Medellin, Bucaramanga is another favourite stop in Colombia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Catedral de la Sagrada Familia, Panachi and Canon Del Chicamocha.
