Flying from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Medellin: what you need to know
Medellin is one hour behind Richmond, where Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is located. Medellin observes the UTC-5 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to get on your RIC to Medellin flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Taking off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight ticket from RIC to Medellin. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Travelling from central Richmond to RIC takes about 2 hours 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a hotel close to RIC? If you've booked an early flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Medellin, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
Of all flights leaving Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), 77.63% land on time at their destination.
You'll find RIC at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Medellin
Rs35,943 is currently the best price for a one-way Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Medellin flight. Return flight tickets start from Rs77,876. These fares can change depending on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from RIC to Medellin if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for a Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Medellin ticket.
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Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to central Medellin takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Medellin. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MDE instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Confort Rent a Car and explore beyond Medellin's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around one week before your flight from RIC to Medellin.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) is roughly 6 kilometres from central Medellin. Once you've disembarked your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Medellin, it'll take you around 15 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near EOH. Here are a few options where you can check in after your RIC to Medellin flight:
Pick up an Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car and be your own tour guide. You can choose from top rental outlets like Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at EOH will save you money.
Best time to go to Medellin
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Medellin. The city buzzes in high season, but hotel rates are often higher and attractions can be busy. Go to Medellin in low season for a quieter vibe.
Lock in a Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Medellin flight ticket with a departure in August to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC to 27ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 11ºC and 27ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from RIC to Medellin around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Medellin
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Medellin right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Medellin:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Botero Plaza, Parque Arvi and Pueblito Paisa are popular attractions which should be on every Medellin itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
You've done Medellin, now it's time to discover more of Colombia. Travel around 241 kilometres south-east to Bogota to check off its top attractions. From Gold Museum to Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Colombia, consider 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.
