Travelling from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Medellin: what you need to know
Medellin is 15 hours behind Gold Coast, where Gold Coast Airport is located. Medellin observes the UTC-5 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your OOL to Medellin flight.
Heading off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
The journey from central Gold Coast to OOL takes about 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near OOL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Gold Coast Airport to Medellin or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels have you covered:
Of the departures from Gold Coast Airport, 74.82% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Medellin
Rs384,594 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Gold Coast Airport to Medellin flight. A return ticket right now is Rs763,713. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from OOL to Medellin, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
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Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to the centre of Medellin takes around 35 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Gold Coast Airport to Medellin. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MDE instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Confort Rent a Car and find adventure across Medellin and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around one week before your flight from OOL to Medellin can help you secure the lowest rate.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) is around 6 kilometres from the centre of Medellin. Once you've disembarked your flight from Gold Coast Airport to Medellin, it'll take you around 15 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 30 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to EOH. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your OOL to Medellin flight:
Land, collect your Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car, and set off without missing a beat. Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion are top companies to take your pick of here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from EOH one week in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
Plan your trip to Medellin during the high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Gold Coast Airport to Medellin in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Before locking in your Gold Coast Airport to Medellin flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Medellin, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 27ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 11ºC and 27ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from OOL to Medellin around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Medellin
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Medellin right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Gold Coast Airport to Medellin:
Botero Plaza and Parque Arvi are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Medellin to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Pueblito Paisa.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Medellin. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Colombia, head for Cali, about 322 kilometres south of Medellin. Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia are the start of reasons to visit.
