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Medellin.Rs35,692 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Jul.One-way flight with Arajet.Outbound indirect flight with Arajet, departs from San Salvador on Fri, 25 Jul, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs35,692, select.
Medellin.Rs40,015 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Jan.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound direct flight with Avianca departs from San Salvador on Fri, 2 Jan, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs40,015, select.
Medellin.Rs40,015 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 Aug.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound direct flight with Avianca departs from San Salvador on Fri, 8 Aug, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs40,015, select.
Medellin.Rs40,015 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Dec.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound direct flight with Avianca departs from San Salvador on Sat, 27 Dec, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs40,015, select.
Medellin.Rs40,082 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Sep.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound direct flight with Avianca departs from San Salvador on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs40,082, select.
Medellin.Rs40,215 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Feb.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound direct flight with Avianca departs from San Salvador on Mon, 9 Feb, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs40,215, select.
Medellin.Rs40,478 per passenger.Departing Sun, 5 Oct.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound direct flight with Avianca departs from San Salvador on Sun, 5 Oct, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs40,478, select.
Medellin.Rs41,874 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Nov.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound direct flight with Avianca departs from San Salvador on Thu, 27 Nov, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs41,874, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Salvador to Medellin

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Salvador to Medellin flights are currently cheapest in July.
Jul
from Rs35,692
Aug
from Rs40,015
Sep
from Rs40,082
Oct
from Rs40,478
Nov
from Rs41,874
Dec
from Rs40,015
Jan
from Rs40,015
Feb
from Rs40,215
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San Salvador to Medellin: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs35,692
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time2 hrs, 43 mins
Most popular airlineAvianca
Average flights per week13

Finding cheap flights from San Salvador to Medellin: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Medellin: Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera and Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.
The best price we found for a return flight from San Salvador to Medellin is Rs73,992. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 43 minutes is the average flight time from San Salvador to Medellin.
Avianca, Avianca El Salvador and TAMPA Cargo fly direct from San Salvador to Medellin.
As of July 2025, there are 13 flights per week flying from San Salvador to Medellin.
The cheapest month to fly from San Salvador to Medellin is usually July.
If you're flying from San Salvador Airport, the cheapest airport near Medellin is Medellin Jose Maria Cordova – which is 18.9 km away from the centre of Medellin. We've found flights into this airport from Rs73,992.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Salvador Airport to Medellin on Tuesday, 29 July 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 43 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Medellin but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Medellin is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In July, the average temperature is usually around 18°C. May is typically the warmest month in Medellin, when it usually averages around 21°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is November, with temperatures averaging 15°C. The rainiest month is May.
Currently, Avianca offers the cheapest flight tickets to Medellin.

Travelling from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to Medellin: what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from El Salvador International Airport to Medellin is 2 hours 45 minutes.

  • The timezone in Medellin is UTC-5. The city is one hour ahead of San Salvador, where El Salvador International Airport is located.

  • El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is the most popular route, with seven departures a week to choose from. You can travel from SAL to MDE at 22:10 with AVIANCA.

  • Leave plenty of time to catch your SAL to Medellin flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.

  • Direct El Salvador International Airport to Medellin tickets are available for booking. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is where you'll disembark.

  • Check out the promotions from AVIANCA. This airline operates direct flights from El Salvador International Airport to Medellin.

  • A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing for flight tickets from SAL to Medellin, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:

    • El Dorado International Airport (BOG)

    • Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

    • Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

  • Central San Salvador to SAL is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Booked an early flight from El Salvador International Airport to Medellin? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to SAL:

  • El Salvador International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from SAL touch down on schedule 84.27% of the time.

How to find the cheapest flights from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to Medellin

  • Rs35,692 is currently the lowest price for a one-way El Salvador International Airport to Medellin flight. A return flight ticket starts from Rs73,992. These fares may change depending on availability.

  • Score cheap flights from SAL to Medellin by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for finding the biggest deals.

  • Schedule your trip for September. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on El Salvador International Airport to Medellin tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across each month.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SAL to Medellin by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from El Salvador International Airport to Medellin.

Airports 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 24 kilometres away.

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from El Salvador International Airport to Medellin. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MDE instead:

  • Pick up a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car and explore Medellin and beyond with your own set of wheels. Localiza, Green Motion and Confort Rent a Car are top providers to choose from here.

  • Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from SAL to Medellin.

Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)

  • The centre of Medellin is around 6 kilometres from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). Once your flight from El Salvador International Airport to Medellin has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 15 minutes.

  • If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 30 minutes or so.

  • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to EOH. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your SAL to Medellin flight:

  • Land, grab your Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car, and drive off without missing a beat. Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion are top outlets to pick from here.

  • Lock in the best price by securing your ride from EOH one week in advance. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Medellin

  • Travel to Medellin during peak season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from El Salvador International Airport to Medellin in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.

  • Book an El Salvador International Airport to Medellin flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to visit 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. Look for a cheap ticket from SAL to Medellin around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Medellin

  • After booking your flight from El Salvador International Airport to Medellin, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Medellin:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Botero Plaza, Parque Arvi and Pueblito Paisa are top attractions which should feature on every Medellin itinerary.

Explore more of Colombia

  • Bogota is just one of the many places in Colombia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Medellin. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.

  • If you're eager to discover another great destination in Colombia, head for Cali, roughly 322 kilometres south of Medellin. Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia are among its highlights.

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