Flying from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Medellin: what you need to know
Medellin is one hour ahead of Calgary, where Calgary International Airport is located. Medellin follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to catch your YYC to Medellin flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Located around 10 kilometres from central Calgary, YYC can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
In search of a hotel near YYC? If you're catching an early flight from Calgary International Airport to Medellin, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to Calgary International Airport's on-time performance, 65.39% of flights complete their journey on time.
YYC is located at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
How to find the cheapest flights from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Medellin
Rs68,339 is currently the best price for a one-way Calgary International Airport to Medellin flight. A return flight ticket starts at Rs158,588. These fares can change based on availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from YYC to Medellin if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for a Calgary International Airport to Medellin ticket.
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Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
The distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to central Medellin is roughly 24 kilometres. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Calgary International Airport to Medellin. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MDE instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Confort Rent a Car and see more of Medellin and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around one week before your flight from YYC to Medellin.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
After your flight from Calgary International Airport to Medellin has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 15 minutes by car. Central Medellin is roughly 6 kilometres from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 30 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to EOH. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your YYC to Medellin flight:
Why wait around for public transport? An Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car lets you get moving right away. Put on your favourite playlist and hit the open road with a set of wheels from Confort Rent a Car or Green Motion.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from EOH one week in advance often means better deals and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
Plan your trip to Medellin in high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Calgary International Airport to Medellin in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Before locking in your Calgary International Airport to Medellin flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Medellin, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 27ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 11ºC and 27ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from YYC to Medellin around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Medellin
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Medellin right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Calgary International Airport to Medellin:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Botero Plaza, Parque Arvi and Pueblito Paisa are top sights which should feature on any good Medellin itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Medellin. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Colombia, head for Cali, about 322 kilometres south of Medellin. Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia are key reasons to visit.
