Travelling from Medellin to Paris: what you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with working out where you'll leave from in Medellin. Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Medellin to Paris jetting off from here.
Hop off the plane at one of Paris's major gateways like Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Alternatively, make your way to this city landing at Paris Orly Airport (ORY) or Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA).
The timezone in Paris is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Medellin.
For a relaxed travel experience, 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 Paris flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as December? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Paris
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Medellin to Paris flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Medellin to Paris across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from Medellin to Paris by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' Medellin to Paris flights.
Flying from Medellin
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE)
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Medellin to Paris flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Madrid Airport (MAD)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Bogota Airport (BOG)
MDE is around 18 kilometres from central Medellin. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Medellin to Paris or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport, 76% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Arriving in Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris takes around 35 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 23 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Medellin to Paris. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CDG instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar to explore Paris and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport about two weeks in advance of your Medellin to Paris flight.
The street address for CDG is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
As soon as your flight from Medellin to Paris has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 25 minutes by car. Central Paris is approximately 14 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
You can expect the journey to take approximately 40 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near ORY. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Medellin to Paris:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or waiting in a long taxi line. Grab a Paris Orly Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare offers from Alamo, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar.
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from ORY one week in advance. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
The address for Paris Orly Airport is 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA)
Make your way into the city centre after your flight from Medellin to Paris has landed. Central Paris is about 72 kilometres from Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to reach by car.
If you use public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you don't want to make the journey into the centre, find a hotel close to BVA. Check in to one of these stays after your Medellin to Paris flight:
Be in the driver's seat of the next leg of your journey by picking up a Paris Beauvais Airport rental car. Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar are some companies you can book with.
About three weeks before your flight from Medellin to Paris is the ideal time to secure your vehicle from BVA. You're more likely to find a cheaper rate or pick up some early bird promotions.
The street address for Paris Beauvais Airport is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
March is the quietest month for flights from Medellin to Paris, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Paris based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Medellin to Paris ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Paris to range from 13ºC to 29ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap flights from Medellin to Paris around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Paris
Start your Paris trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Medellin to Paris, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Musee d'Orsay are top sights which should feature on any good Paris itinerary.
Explore more of France
You've done Paris, now it's time to explore other parts of France. Journey around 386 kilometres southeast to Lyon to check off its leading sights. From Fête Des Lumières to Vieux Lyon and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another great destination in France, head for Nantes, roughly 338 kilometres southwest of Paris. Les Machines de l’île Nantes, Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne and Basilique Saint Nicolas are among the biggest draws.