Flying from Medellin to Manizales La Nubia Airport (MZL): What you need to know
Medellin and Manizales (where Manizales La Nubia Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch once you arrive.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Medellin to MZL.
Popular months like January or other peak periods mean bigger queues and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Medellin
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Medellin, MDE can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Medellin to Manizales La Nubia Airport, these stays will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
76% of flights that depart Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
On public transport, you can travel from central Medellin to EOH in about 25 minutes. The terminal is roughly 5 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 15 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Medellin to MZL flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport:
About Manizales La Nubia Airport (MZL)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Medellin to Manizales La Nubia Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near MZL:
Getting from Manizales La Nubia Airport (MZL) to central Manizales
Manizales La Nubia Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Manizales. It takes around 15 minutes or so to drive to the city.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Manizales La Nubia Airport (MZL)
Rs30,412 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Medellin to Manizales La Nubia Airport. Return flights start from Rs56,869. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Medellin to MZL if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Medellin to Manizales La Nubia Airport (MZL)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Medellin to Manizales La Nubia Airport (MZL). January is when most people travel to Manizales. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in November.
The warmest month in Manizales is August, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC and 23ºC. Book your Medellin to MZL plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap tickets from Medellin to Manizales La Nubia Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC and 23ºC.
More about Manizales
Start your Manizales trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Medellin to Manizales La Nubia Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Mirador de Manizales, Plaza de Bolivar and Palacio de Bellas Artes are attractions you won't want to skip in Manizales.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is just one of the many places in Colombia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Manizales. Around 161 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Teatro Colon Bogota, Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City and Museum of Contemporary Art of Bogota.
Cali is another essential stop in Colombia and is around 209 kilometres southwest of Manizales. No journey is complete without dropping by Cristo Rey, El Retiro Park and Parque Simón Bolívar.
