Travelling from Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport (GYE) to Medellin: what you need to know
Around 1 hour 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport to Medellin.
Medellin's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Guayaquil (the location of Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport).
The busiest route is from Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport (GYE) to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE). There are three services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from GYE to MDE is the 13:35 AVIANCA option. If you'd rather travel later, the final departure is at 16:00 with AVIANCA.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your GYE to Medellin flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a popular month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport to Medellin ticket. Start your journey at GYE and end it at Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE).
Book your ticket with AVIANCA. This popular airline offers direct flights from Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport to Medellin.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from GYE to Medellin. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
Travelling from central Guayaquil to GYE takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near GYE. Whether you've booked an early flight from Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport to Medellin or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
90% of flights leaving Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. Given its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to experience delays when taking off from GYE.
How to find the cheapest flights from Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport (GYE) to Medellin
Rs42,841 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport to Medellin flight. A return plane ticket starts from Rs82,692. These fares may change based on demand.
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Airports in Medellin
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
The distance from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE) to central Medellin is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport to Medellin. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MDE instead:
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport around one week ahead of your flight from GYE to Medellin.
Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) is around 5 kilometres from the centre of Medellin. Once you've hopped off your flight from Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport to Medellin, it'll take you around 15 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
Public transport will get you there in around 25 minutes.
Following your GYE to Medellin flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to EOH. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Snap up the best price by reserving 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
January is the most popular month for flights from Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport to Medellin. To avoid the crowds, visit Medellin in December.
The warmest month in Medellin is August, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC and 27ºC. Book your Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport to Medellin plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GYE to Medellin in December when temperatures average between 9ºC and 24ºC.
More about Medellin
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Medellin right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport to Medellin:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Palacio de Bellas Artes, EcoParque Comuna 13 and Museo comuna 13 are attractions you won't want to skip in Medellin.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Medellin. Around 241 kilometres away to the southeast, its best attractions include Teatro Colon Bogota, Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City and Museum of Contemporary Art of Bogota.
Cali is another sought-after destination in Colombia and is around 322 kilometres south of Medellin. No journey is complete without seeing Cristo Rey, El Retiro Park and Parque Simón Bolívar.