Travelling from Dubai to Medellin: what you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Dubai. Explore your options leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) when reserving your flight from Dubai to Medellin.
Come in for landing at Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE), the major arrival point in Medellin.
The timezone in Medellin is UTC-5, which is nine hours behind Dubai.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your Dubai to Medellin flight.
Travelling over a peak time such as January? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Medellin
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap Dubai to Medellin flight. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Dubai to Medellin across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Flying from Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for Dubai to Medellin flights leaving from Dubai Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
The journey from central Dubai to DXB takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Dubai Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Dubai to Medellin, these stays will have you nice and close to your departure gate:
74.31% of flights taking off from Dubai Airport land at their destination on time.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
DWC is about 40 kilometres from central Dubai. It'll take 45 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Dubai to Medellin? Relax in a hotel near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport before your trip officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 56.64%.
Arriving in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
The distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to central Medellin is roughly 18 kilometres. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Dubai to Medellin. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MDE instead:
Pick up 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 well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Central Medellin is located around 3 kilometres from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). After your flight from Dubai to Medellin has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 15 minutes.
The journey will take about 30 minutes on public transport.
Grab an Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car and take the scenic route to your next destination. You can choose from trusted rental outlets like Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion.
Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at EOH will help you save.
Best time to go to Medellin
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Dubai to Medellin. August is the busiest month to visit Medellin. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
The warmest month in Medellin is August, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your Dubai to Medellin ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
July sees average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap flights from Dubai to Medellin around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Medellin
After booking your flight from Dubai to Medellin, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Medellin:
Parque Arvi and Comuna 13 are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Medellin must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Botero Plaza.
Explore more of Colombia
You've done Medellin, now it's time to explore other corners of Colombia. Journey about 241 kilometres south-east to Bogota to check off its leading sights. From Gold Museum to Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Cali is another must-experience destination in Colombia and is around 322 kilometres south of Medellin. No journey is complete without experiencing Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.