Flying from Medellin to El Alto International Airport (LPB): What you need to know
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is Medellin's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Medellin to El Alto International Airport (LPB) departing from here.
El Alto International Airport is located in La Paz. The city operates on the UTC-4 timezone and is one hour ahead of Medellin.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Medellin to LPB. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Medellin to LPB even cheaper with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search to find cities that could split up the flight. El Dorado International Airport (BOG) is an option when leaving from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE).
To get to MDE from central Medellin, it takes around 35 minutes to drive the 24 kilometres or so.
In search of a convenient hotel near Jose Maria Cordova International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Medellin to El Alto International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
Of the departures from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, 69.76% touch down on time at their destination.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Add a little extra to your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Medellin to El Alto International Airport. El Dorado International Airport (BOG) is a great option between Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport and LPB.
You can arrive at EOH from the centre of Medellin in approximately 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to travel the 6 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Medellin to LPB flight? Relax in a hotel near Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport before your break officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
About El Alto International Airport (LPB)
Have a late flight from Medellin to El Alto International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay at one of these hotels near LPB and be in snooze mode sooner:
Book an El Alto International Airport rental car and discover places that aren't on the usual tourist route. Europcar and Keddy By Europcar can hook you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through La Paz and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Medellin to El Alto International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to El Alto International Airport (LPB)
Currently, Rs76,369 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Medellin to El Alto International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs137,733. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Medellin to LPB, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Medellin to El Alto International Airport tickets across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on flight tickets from Medellin to LPB.
Hunt down a great price on a flight from Medellin to El Alto International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
The best time to fly from Medellin to El Alto International Airport (LPB)
February is the quietest month for flights from Medellin to El Alto International Airport (LPB), while July is the busiest. Figure out the best time to go to La Paz based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in La Paz is November, with temperatures ranging between 2ºC and 15ºC. Book your Medellin to LPB flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Medellin to El Alto International Airport in July when temperatures are between 0ºC and 15ºC.
Explore more of Bolivia
Cochabamba is just one of the many cities in Bolivia waiting to be explored after you've experienced La Paz. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Ecoturistico Pairumani Park, Centro Histórico Y Áreas Patrimoniales Del Cercado De Cochabamba and Iglesia de la Compañía de Jesús.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Bolivia, head for Oruro, about 193 kilometres south-east of La Paz. Carnaval de oruro, Monumento a la Virgen del Socavon and Catedral de Oruro are the start of reasons to visit.
