Flying from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Medellin: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 55 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from El Dorado International Airport to Medellin.
Medellin's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Bogota (the location of El Dorado International Airport).
El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is the most traveled route, with 3,068 weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from BOG to MDE is with LATAM Airlines at 23:45. Choose the first departure with LATAM Airlines at 00:20 if you want to get going early.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from BOG to Medellin. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
You can book a nonstop flight from El Dorado International Airport to Medellin. Begin your journey at BOG and arrive at Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE).
These are some of the leading airlines offering direct flights from El Dorado International Airport to Medellin:
For a flight within Colombia, you won't need a passport or visa. However, you'll have to bring another kind of identification, such as a driver's licence or ID card. Once you've booked cheap tickets from El Dorado International Airport to Medellin, make sure your ID is up to date.
Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Bogota, BOG can be reached in approximately 26 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour and 12 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near BOG. Whether you have an early flight from El Dorado International Airport to Medellin or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Medellin
$30 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from El Dorado International Airport to Medellin. Return flights start at $63. These prices may change depending on demand.
Get cheap tickets from BOG to Medellin by booking at least 8 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
April is the cheapest month for tickets from El Dorado International Airport to Medellin. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to central Medellin is approximately 24 kilometres. It'll take you about 36 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're arriving on a late flight from El Dorado International Airport to Medellin, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near MDE:
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Once your flight from El Dorado International Airport to Medellin has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 16 minutes by car. Central Medellin is roughly 6 kilometres from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH).
The journey will take roughly 31 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near EOH. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from BOG to Medellin at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Medellin
August is the busiest month to hop on a flight from El Dorado International Airport to Medellin while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Medellin, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
The warmest month in Medellin is August, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your flights from El Dorado International Airport to Medellin in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from BOG to Medellin in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 11ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Medellin
Start your Medellin trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from El Dorado International Airport to Medellin, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Parque Arvi and Comuna 13 are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Medellin must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Botero Plaza.
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