Flying from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE) to Cucuta Airport (CUC): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 10 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport to Cucuta Airport.
Medellin and Cucuta follow the same timezone, UTC-5.
Flights from MDE to CUC start at 04:36 — the earliest with JetSMART. The latest departure is at 20:44 with AVIANCA. Overall, you can take your pick of 22 weekly Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport to Cucuta Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your MDE to CUC flight.
Flying during a peak month like December? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Avianca has direct flights from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport to Cucuta Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Cucuta — and maybe even more of Colombia if your schedule allows.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Avianca.
With 69.31% of its services arriving as scheduled, Avianca is the most punctual carrier offering MDE to CUC flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport to Cucuta Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between MDE and CUC:
Bogota Airport
Cartagena Airport
Bucaramanga Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE) to Cucuta Airport (CUC)
Rs6,952 is the lowest price for a one-way Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport to Cucuta Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs14,130. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Book two months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from MDE to CUC.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport to Cucuta Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from MDE to CUC by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport to Cucuta Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport, 76% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Medellin to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport to Cucuta Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near MDE:
Arriving at Cucuta Airport (CUC)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport to Cucuta Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CUC instead:
Pick up a Cucuta Airport rental car and discover parts of Cucuta that aren't the typical tourist stops. Book your wheels with Localiza.
Booking your ride from Cucuta Airport around one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Cucuta Airport (CUC) to central Cucuta
From Cucuta Airport, Cucuta is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Cucuta Airport (CUC)
The quietest month for a flight from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport to Cucuta Airport is June, while December is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Cucuta based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport to Cucuta Airport for September if you'd like to go to Cucuta during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 36ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from MDE to CUC in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC and 34ºC on average.
Explore more of Colombia
You've visited Cucuta, now it's time to explore other parts of Colombia. Journey around 402 kilometres south-west to Bogota to check off its leading attractions. From Teatro Colon Bogota to Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City and Museum of Contemporary Art of Bogota, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Colombia, head for Medellin, roughly 386 kilometres south-west of Cucuta. EcoParque Comuna 13, Palacio de Bellas Artes and Museo comuna 13 are the start of reasons to visit.
