Travelling from Medellin to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is Medellin's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Medellin to Fort Lauderdale departing from here.
Touch down at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), the major arrival point in Fort Lauderdale.
Book a direct Medellin to Fort Lauderdale flight and you'll be flying for an average of 3 hours 30 minutes.
Fort Lauderdale is one hour ahead of Medellin and observes the UTC-4 timezone.
You can choose from 15 services each week between Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) and {"defaultCase":"Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport","accusativeCase":"Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport","nominativeCase":"Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport","dativeCase":"Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport"} (FLL). This is the most popular route when booking flights from Medellin to Fort Lauderdale.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your Medellin to Fort Lauderdale flight.
Travelling during a popular month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Fort Lauderdale
Rs48,516 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Medellin to Fort Lauderdale. Return flights start at Rs69,775. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Lock in cheap Medellin to Fort Lauderdale flights by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Medellin to Fort Lauderdale is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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Flying from Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
You can book a direct flight from Medellin to Fort Lauderdale leaving from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE). Begin your trip at MDE and come in for landing at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL).
You can choose from a range of carriers offering direct Medellin to Fort Lauderdale plane tickets with departures from MDE, including:
We make it a cinch to find a Medellin to Fort Lauderdale flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
MDE is around 18 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 traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Medellin to Fort Lauderdale or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
69.76% of flights leaving from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
The distance from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to central Fort Lauderdale is approximately 5 kilometres. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near FLL if you're coming in on a late flight from Medellin to Fort Lauderdale. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport rental car and explore Fort Lauderdale and beyond with your own wheels. Renta Florida, OtoQ and Thrifty are well-known companies to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport about three weeks in advance of your Medellin to Fort Lauderdale flight.
FLL is situated at 320 Terminal Drive.
Best time to go to Fort Lauderdale
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Medellin to Fort Lauderdale. July is the busiest month for a trip to Fort Lauderdale. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Fort Lauderdale is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Medellin to Fort Lauderdale ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap flights from Medellin to Fort Lauderdale around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Fort Lauderdale
Once you've booked your flight from Medellin to Fort Lauderdale, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Fort Lauderdale:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Coconut Grove Residences on Fort Lauderdale Beach, Bonnet House Museum and Gardens and Jungle Queen Riverboat are highlights which should be on any good Fort Lauderdale itinerary.
Explore more of United States
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