Flying from Valencia Arturo Michelena International Airport (VLN) to Medellin: what you need to know
The timezone in Medellin is UTC-5. The city is one hour behind Valencia, where Valencia Arturo Michelena International Airport is located.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your VLN to Medellin flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
VLN is around 8 kilometres from central Valencia. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi 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 trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Valencia Arturo Michelena International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 83% of flights that depart VLN arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Valencia Arturo Michelena International Airport (VLN) to Medellin
Rs28,645 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Valencia Arturo Michelena International Airport to Medellin flight. Return plane tickets start from Rs58,401. These fares may change depending on availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from VLN to Medellin if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for a Valencia Arturo Michelena International Airport to Medellin ticket.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from VLN to Medellin by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Valencia Arturo Michelena International Airport to Medellin.
Airports in Medellin
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
The distance from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE) to central Medellin is roughly 32 kilometres. It'll take you around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Book a hotel near MDE if you have a late flight from Valencia Arturo Michelena International Airport to Medellin. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport about one week before your flight from VLN to Medellin.
Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Central Medellin is around 5 kilometres from Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). Once your flight from Valencia Arturo Michelena International Airport to Medellin has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 15 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 25 minutes or so.
Following your VLN to Medellin flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near EOH. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Get first dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from EOH one week ahead of time often means more savings and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
January is the most popular month for flights from Valencia Arturo Michelena International Airport to Medellin. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Medellin in December.
When booking your Valencia Arturo Michelena International Airport to Medellin plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Medellin, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC to 27ºC.
December has average temperatures of between 9ºC and 24ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from VLN to Medellin around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Medellin
Start your Medellin trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Valencia Arturo Michelena International Airport to Medellin, browse our range of accommodation options including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Palacio de Bellas Artes, EcoParque Comuna 13 and Museo comuna 13 are must-visits when exploring Medellin.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is just one of the many places in Colombia waiting to be explored after you've experienced Medellin. Around 241 kilometres away to the southeast, popular attractions include Teatro Colon Bogota, Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City and Museum of Contemporary Art of Bogota.
Around 322 kilometres south of Medellin, Cali is another favourite stop in Colombia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Cristo Rey, El Retiro Park and Parque Simón Bolívar.
