Flying from Rio De Janeiro to Medellin: what you need to know
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is Rio De Janeiro's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Medellin leaving from here.
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is the primary arrival point in Medellin.
Medellin is two hours behind Rio De Janeiro and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your Rio De Janeiro to Medellin flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Medellin
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap Rio De Janeiro to Medellin flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Medellin is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across every month and snap up an incredible deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to Medellin by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Save on your Rio De Janeiro to Medellin flight with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Flying from Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Rio De Janeiro to Medellin flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
GIG is around 13 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
After a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Medellin or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
When it comes to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79.57% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Arriving in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
The distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to central Medellin is approximately 18 kilometres. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Medellin, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near MDE:
Fast-track your adventure 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 to explore Medellin and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport about one week ahead of your Rio De Janeiro to Medellin flight.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
As soon as your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Medellin has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in about 15 minutes by car. Central Medellin is approximately 3 kilometres from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH).
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 30 minutes or so.
Land, grab your Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car, and hit the road without missing a beat. Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion are top companies to choose from here.
Get the lowest price by securing your ride from EOH one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
April is the quietest month for flights from Rio De Janeiro to Medellin, while August is the most popular. Figure out the best time to go to Medellin based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a Rio De Janeiro to Medellin ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Medellin to range from 11ºC to 27ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 11ºC and 27ºC. Look for cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro 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. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Medellin:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Parque Arvi, Botero Plaza and Pueblito Paisa are must-visits when exploring Medellin.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is just one of the many places in Colombia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Medellin. Around 241 kilometres to the south-east, top sights here include Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
Around 322 kilometres south of Medellin, Cali is another favourite stop in Colombia. No visit is complete without checking out Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.
