Travelling from Melbourne to Medellin: what you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Medellin departing from here.
Disembark at Medellin's primary gateway, Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE).
The timezone in Medellin is UTC-5, which is 16 hours behind Melbourne.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your Melbourne to Medellin flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Medellin
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Melbourne to Medellin flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Melbourne to Medellin throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Flying from Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The journey from central Melbourne to MEL takes about 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Need a convenient hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Medellin, these stays will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Arriving in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to central Medellin takes around 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.
Book a hotel close to MDE if you're coming in on a late flight from Melbourne to Medellin. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car and explore Medellin and beyond with your own wheels. Localiza, Green Motion and Confort Rent a Car are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around one week ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) is around 3 kilometres from central Medellin. After your flight from Melbourne to Medellin, it takes approximately 15 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in about 30 minutes.
Why waste time waiting for a cab? An Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car lets you get moving right away. Put on your favourite playlist and hit the highway with a set of wheels from Confort Rent a Car or Green Motion.
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride one week ahead of your arrival at EOH will save you money.
Best time to go to Medellin
August is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne to Medellin. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Medellin in April.
Before locking in your Melbourne to Medellin tickets, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Medellin, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 27ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Melbourne to Medellin in July when temperatures average between 11ºC and 27ºC.
More about Medellin
After booking your flight from Melbourne to Medellin, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Medellin:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Parque Arvi, Botero Plaza and Pueblito Paisa are attractions you won't want to skip in Medellin.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Colombia waiting to be explored. About 241 kilometres south-east of Medellin, a trip to Bogota will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
Around 322 kilometres south of Medellin, Cali is another essential stop in Colombia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.