Travelling from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG): what you need to know
Rio De Janeiro is two hours ahead of Medellin and observes the UTC-3 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your MDE to GIG flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between MDE and GIG include:
El Dorado International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
Ministro Pistarini Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Rs78,683 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs128,746. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from MDE to GIG. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for your flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
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Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
Handy information about Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
When it comes to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport's on-time performance, 69.76% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Medellin. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Searching for a handy hotel close to MDE? If you're catching an early flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Book a hotel close to GIG if you're on a late Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and experience the lesser-explored corners of Rio De Janeiro and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro
From Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, Rio De Janeiro is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting there on public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
The quietest month for a flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Rio De Janeiro based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from MDE to GIG in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 17ºC and 27ºC on average.
Explore more of Brazil
You've seen Rio De Janeiro, now it's time to explore more of Brazil. Travel about 354 kilometres west to Sao Paulo to check off its top sights. From Sao Paulo Museum of Art to Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro, Belo Horizonte is another favourite stop in Brazil. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro.