Travelling from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Medellin: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 40 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Medellin.
Medellin's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Quito (the location of Mariscal Sucre International Airport).
With four departures a week between the two airports, Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is the most popular route. Catch AVIANCA's 19:15 flight to get your journey from UIO to MDE underway.
To avoid rushing for your UIO to Medellin flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Taking off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Direct Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Medellin tickets are available for booking. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is where you'll be touching down.
Book your seat with AVIANCA. This popular carrier operates direct flights from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Medellin.
Travelling from central Quito to UIO takes around 2 hours 10 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a hotel close to UIO? If you're boarding an early flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Medellin, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
Mariscal Sucre International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from UIO make it to their destination as scheduled 88.71% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Medellin
Rs40,805 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Medellin flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is Rs73,209. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To snag cheap flights from UIO to Medellin, book your trip six months before your departure date.
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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 about 35 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
If you have a late flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Medellin, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near MDE:
Grab a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car and discover Medellin and beyond with your own wheels. Localiza, Green Motion and Confort Rent a Car are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around one week before your flight from UIO to Medellin can help you secure the lowest rate.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
The centre of Medellin is about 6 kilometres from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). After your flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Medellin has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 15 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 30 minutes or so.
After stepping off your UIO to Medellin flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near EOH. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Land, grab your Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car, and drive away without missing a beat. Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion are trusted companies to pick from here.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from EOH one week in advance often means more savings and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
Travel to Medellin in high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Medellin in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Lock in a Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Medellin flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 11ºC to 27ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 11ºC and 27ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from UIO to Medellin around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Medellin
Start your Medellin trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Medellin, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Botero Plaza, Parque Arvi and Pueblito Paisa are highlights which should be on any well-planned Medellin itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Colombia just waiting to be explored. About 241 kilometres south-east of Medellin, a visit to Bogota will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Colombia, consider Cali, about 322 kilometres south of Medellin. Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia are among the biggest draws.