Flying from Medellin to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): What you need to know
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is Medellin's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Medellin to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) taking off from here.
The timezone in Washington DC is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Medellin. Washington Dulles International Airport is located in Washington DC.
To ensure you catch your flight from Medellin to IAD, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.
Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Medellin to IAD. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
To get to MDE from central Medellin, it takes around 35 minutes to drive the 24 kilometres or so.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Jose Maria Cordova International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Medellin to Washington Dulles International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
69.76% of flights that depart Jose Maria Cordova International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Squeeze in an extra adventure with a stopover on your flight from Medellin to Washington Dulles International Airport. El Dorado International Airport (BOG) is one of the options between Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport and IAD.
You can get to EOH from central Medellin in approximately 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to travel the 6 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your Medellin to IAD flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport:
About Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Have a late flight from Medellin to Washington Dulles International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay at one of these hotels near IAD and fast-forward to bedtime:
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Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Medellin to Washington Dulles International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC
Washington Dulles International Airport to the centre of Washington DC is roughly 40 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Medellin to Washington Dulles International Airport is Rs59,945. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs90,891. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Medellin to IAD. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your Medellin to Washington Dulles International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Medellin to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
February is the quietest month for flights from Medellin to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), while July is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to go to Washington DC based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Medellin to IAD flight ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Washington DC to range from 19ºC to 33ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Medellin to Washington Dulles International Airport in January when temperatures are between -6ºC and 10ºC.
More about Washington DC
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There are loads of things to do in Washington DC when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Make your way to Smithsonian followed by Lincoln Memorial and The White House.
Explore more of the United States
Washington DC will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of the United States you'll want to see. Around 225 kilometres north-east of Washington DC, a trip to Philadelphia will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Around 274 kilometres south-east of Washington DC, Virginia Beach is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Virginia Beach Oceanfront, Virginia Beach Boardwalk and Resort Beach.