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Medellin

Medellin

Origin of Image source: Iván Erre Jota

Population-
City CodeMDE
Popular Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines Chile
  • All Nippon Airways
Flight Time5~8 hours

The flight time to Medellin is approximately 5~8 hours. Find out more about the history, economy, climate and transportation options before you visit Medellin.

Medellin

Medellin is Colombia's second largest city. It's also the capital city of the Antioquia region. Medellin lies in the Aburra valley and is an hour by plane away from Bogota. Medellin is one of the most captivating cities in Latin America. Medellin experiences a tropical rainforest climate, which made it a famous tourist hotspot. Also, it has a tropical monsoon climate being by the valley. Thus, it isn't as hot as other cities in Colombia.

Voice of Travelers to Medellin

The ticket to Medellin is the best ticket deal I've ever spent on

Hello, my name is Anna from Miami. I just want to say that I want to commend Avianca. It's my first time booking an air ticket and my first time abroad. So, I am truly impressed that Avianca took good care of me. The ticket sales, check-in, and boarding was a breeze. The in-flight food I ordered was delicious. And, the flight attendants were very friendly and polite. I had enough leg space to stretch in and there was no turbulence during the flight. Overall, the ticket price I paid for to Medellin with Avianca is very much worth the price I paid for. I will definitely book a ticket back to Miami from them.

Avianca ticket to Medellin from New York is very much worth it

Hi. I'm James from New York. I booked a ticket to Medellin for a conference recently. I booked a ticket with Avianca Airlines. I am very much satisfied with the service they provided me. The whole ticket and plane boarding process was hassle-free and quick. The whole flight was convenient and safe. There was a few turbulence along the way but our pilots assured us of our safety. I ordered food when I got hungry and found that they actually serve good food. I will surely book a ticket with Avianca Airlines again. And, i recommend everyone to try the airline company. You will not regret it.

Enjoyable stay at Medellin

Hello, I am Mia from the Philippines. I booked a ticket to Medellin as it is my chosen first stop in my Latin America DIY tour. I absolutely loved the city. The churches were majestic, especially the Medellin Cathedral Basilica. I took the Entre Flores Tour. And I also admired the Nutibara Hill. It was such a refreshing and invigorating place. I had such an enjoyable stay in Medellin. I would love to come back again. I will definitely book a ticket back to Medellin again soon.

Medellin Travel FAQs

What airlines offer ticket and direct flights to Medellin?

Medellin is accessible by connecting flights from Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. You can also obtain a ticket to Medellin from Santiago and Mexico City. International tickets to Medellin include New York, Fort Lauderdale, and Miami. Airlines that offer a ticket to Medellin are American Airlines, Avianca, and AeroMexico. A tip: for a more affordable ticket deal to Medellin, book the ticket to Medellin on a weekday. Also, book your air ticket as early as possible.

When is the best time to book a ticket to Medellin?

Medellin attractions and sights are best visited during the dry season. So, book your ticket to Medellin between December and March. A tip: for a more affordable ticket deal to Medellin, book the ticket on a weekday. And, get your air ticket as early as possible.

I recently booked a ticket to Khajuraho, what are the tourist spots I can visit in Medellin?

Medellin has a lot of tourist spots to offer. Make sure you include them in your itinerary after booking your air ticket to Medellin. You can enjoy the iconic Nutibara Hill and Plaza Botero. You can also enjoy the freshwater aquarium and science exhibits at the Explora Park. Or, go for a nature walk at the Joaquin Antonio Uribe Botanical Gardens and Arvi Park. You may also go church hopping and embrace the heavy European influence in Colombia. Visit the Candelaria Church and the Catedral Basilica Metropolitana de Medellin.

Can you please recommend places to stay in Medellin before I book an air ticket?

Medellin is a famous city in Colombia. Thus, it can be touristy, especially during summers. It is best to secure your accommodation. Before you book you air ticket to Medellin. Some of the places you can stay in are the InterContinental Medellin, Hotel Ibis Medellin, and Hotel Park 10. You can also opt to book Inntu Hotel, or La Campana Hotel Boutique, or 61 Prado Guesthouse. Or choose from The Charlee Lifestyle and Hotel Poblado Plaza. You may also choose to stay at the Hotel Dann Carlton Medellin or Novelty Suites Hotel.

Medellin - Direct Flights to Major Airports

Airports handling direct flights to Jose Maria Cordova Airport • John F. Kennedy International Airport (USA) • Mexico City International Airport (Mexico) • El Dorado International Airport(Bogota) etc.

Flight Routes to Medellin

The Jose Maria Cordova International Airport is the 2nd largest airport in Colombia. It's situated in Rionegro, a 45-min. ride away from Medellin. It serves as the main hub for tourists coming in to West Colombia. Main airline operators that has a ticket to Medellin are American Airlines, and LatAm. Other airlines are Spirit, Avianca, Iberia, and AeroMexico. International non-stop ticket are available to and from Lima, and Mexico City. You can also get a ticket from and to Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and New York City in the USA.