Flying from Tokyo to Medellin: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering where you'll catch your flight from Tokyo to Medellin. Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT) are the main airports in Tokyo.
Disembark at Medellin's chief entry point, Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE).
Medellin is 14 hours behind Tokyo and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your Tokyo to Medellin flight.
During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Medellin
To find cheap Tokyo to Medellin flights, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
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Flying from Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Stopovers offer the opportunity to visit a new place or just take a break during your travels. When looking for a Tokyo to Medellin flight, deselect 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is one option if you're taking off from Haneda Airport.
To get to HND from central Tokyo, it'll take about 15 minutes by car. It's roughly 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from Tokyo to Medellin? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near Haneda Airport:
Of all flights leaving Haneda Airport, 73.52% arrive on time at their destination.
HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Depending on road traffic, you can drive to NRT from the centre of Tokyo in about 1 hour. The airport is roughly 64 kilometres away.
It's your holiday, so why not extend it with another night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Narita International Airport the day before your flight from Tokyo to Medellin:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Narita International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 70%.
The address for NRT is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Arriving in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is approximately 18 kilometres from central Medellin. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Tokyo to Medellin, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near MDE:
Follow your own route with a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Confort Rent a Car and chase adventure across Medellin and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport about one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
As soon as your flight from Tokyo to Medellin has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in around 15 minutes by car. Central Medellin is approximately 3 kilometres from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH).
Travelling by public transport will take around 30 minutes.
Touch down, collect your Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car, and drive away without missing a beat. Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion are popular companies to take your pick of here.
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from EOH one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
August is the most popular month for flights from Tokyo to Medellin. To avoid the crowds, visit Medellin in April.
Before locking in your Tokyo 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.
Search for cheap flights from Tokyo to Medellin in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Medellin
After booking your flight from Tokyo to Medellin, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Medellin:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Parque Arvi, Botero Plaza and Pueblito Paisa are popular attractions which should feature on any good Medellin itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
You've done Medellin, now it's time to discover other parts of Colombia. Journey around 241 kilometres south-east to Bogota to check off its leading sights. From Gold Museum to Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Cali is another standout destination in Colombia and is around 322 kilometres south of Medellin. No trip is complete without visiting Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.
