Travelling from London to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE): What you need to know
Take your pick of a range of airports when planning a flight from London to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE). Explore your options for jetting out of London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
The timezone in Medellin is UTC-5, which is five hours behind London. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport is located in Medellin.
To ensure you catch your flight from London to MDE, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from London to MDE. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these airports:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
LHR is about 31 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from London to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of the departures from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% arrive on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Experience more along the way with a stopover on your flight from London to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. Check out these connections between London Gatwick Airport and MDE:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
LGW is about 80 kilometres from central London. It takes 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your London to MDE flight, stay in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance of 69.26%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that depart from this airport reach their destination on time.
Stansted Airport (STN)
You can book a flight ticket from London to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) leaving from Stansted Airport (STN) with a stopover. Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) is a popular transfer point.
STN is around 64 kilometres from central London. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your London to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Stansted Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're setting off early:
Flights that take off from STN arrive at their final stop within the scheduled time frame 64.73% of the time.
About Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Reserve a hotel near MDE if you have a late flight from London to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
Begin your 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.
To get the lowest price, book your ride around one week ahead of your London to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Rs99,023 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. A return flight starts from Rs177,788. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from London to MDE. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Cheap London to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from London to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
April is the quietest month for flights from London to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE), while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Medellin based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a London to MDE flight ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Medellin to range from 11ºC to 27ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from London to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC and 27ºC.
More about Medellin
After booking your flight from London to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Medellin:
Your visit to Medellin won't be complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions you won't want to miss include EcoParque Comuna 13, Palacio de Bellas Artes and Museo comuna 13.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is just one of the many places in Colombia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Medellin. Around 225 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Free Walking tour Bogotá de la Candelaria, Teatro Colon Bogota and Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City.
Around 274 kilometres north-east of Medellin, Bucaramanga is another essential stop in Colombia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Catedral de la Sagrada Familia, Panachi and Canon Del Chicamocha.