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Medellin.$374 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Aug, returning Thu, 11 Sep.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $374, select.
Medellin.$378 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Oct, returning Sat, 1 Nov.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Mon, 20 Oct, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $378, select.
Medellin.$398 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Aug, returning Wed, 20 Aug.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Mon, 18 Aug, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Wed, 20 Aug, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $398, select.
Medellin.$405 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Sep, returning Thu, 11 Sep.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $405, select.
Medellin.$406 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Oct, returning Thu, 30 Oct.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Mon, 20 Oct, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Thu, 30 Oct, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $406, select.
Medellin.$407 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Nov, returning Wed, 5 Nov.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $407, select.
Medellin.$420 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Sep, returning Tue, 7 Oct.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Fri, 19 Sep, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $420, select.
Medellin.$477 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Dec, returning Wed, 10 Dec.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Tue, 9 Dec, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Wed, 10 Dec, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $477, select.

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Houston to Medellin: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$374
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time4 hrs, 47 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week11

Finding cheap flights from Houston George Bush Intercntl. to Medellin: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Medellin: Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera and Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.
The best price we found for a return flight from Houston George Bush Intercntl. to Medellin is $374. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 47 minutes is the average flight time from Houston George Bush Intercntl. to Medellin.
United flies direct from Houston George Bush Intercntl. to Medellin.
As of July 2025, there are 11 flights per week flying from Houston George Bush Intercntl. to Medellin.
The cheapest month to fly from Houston George Bush Intercntl. to Medellin is usually August.
If you're flying from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport, the cheapest airport near Medellin is Medellin Jose Maria Cordova – which is 18.9 km away from the centre of Medellin. We've found flights into this airport from $374.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport to Medellin on Sunday, 31 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 47 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Medellin but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Medellin is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In July, the average temperature is usually around 18°C. May is typically the warmest month in Medellin, when it usually averages around 21°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is November, with temperatures averaging 15°C. The rainiest month is May.
Currently, Spirit Airlines and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to Medellin.

Travelling from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Medellin: what you need to know

  • Expect to be in the air for 4 hours 55 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Medellin.

  • Medellin's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Houston (the location of George Bush Intercontinental Airport).

  • George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is the most traveled route, with nine weekly departures to pick from. You can travel from IAH to MDE at 16:20 with United Airlines.

  • Leave enough time to make your IAH to Medellin flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

  • Start your trip at IAH and travel nonstop to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE). That will be your arrival point when searching for George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Medellin tickets.

  • Look out for promotions from United Airlines. This carrier operates direct flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Medellin.

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight ticket from IAH to Medellin. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:

    • El Dorado International Airport (BOG)

    • Cancun International Airport (CUN)

    • Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

  • Travelling from central Houston to IAH takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near IAH. Whether you're boarding an early flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Medellin or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:

  • Of all flights departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 78.42% arrive on time at their destination.

  • IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.

How to find the cheapest flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Medellin

  • $125 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Medellin flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is $374. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.

  • To snag cheap flights from IAH to Medellin, reserve your trip one month before your planned departure.

  • The best month for scoring cheap George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Medellin tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's an updated deal for cheap flights from IAH to Medellin.

  • Find a cheap flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Medellin with the help of our filters. Select your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

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'll take you about 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Medellin, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near MDE:

  • Begin your adventure by picking up a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Confort Rent a Car to explore Medellin and beyond.

  • Booking your vehicle from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from IAH to Medellin can help you get the lowest rate.

Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)

  • Central Medellin is located around 6 kilometres from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). After your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Medellin has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 15 minutes.

  • If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 30 minutes.

  • There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near EOH. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your IAH to Medellin flight at any of these perfectly located options:

  • Pick up an Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car and make every stop one of your choosing. You can select from popular rental outlets like Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion.

  • Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Reserving your ride from EOH one week ahead of time often means lower prices and a greater selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Medellin

  • Before securing your flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Medellin, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Medellin offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season brings cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.

  • Book a George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Medellin flight ticket with a departure in August to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).

  • If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IAH to Medellin in July when temperatures average between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).

More about Medellin

  • Once you've booked your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Medellin, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Medellin:

  • Botero Plaza and Parque Arvi are a couple of big attractions to put on your Medellin itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Pueblito Paisa.

Explore more of Colombia

  • You've done Medellin, now it's time to explore other parts of Colombia. Journey about 241 kilometres south-east to Bogota to tick off its top attractions. From Gold Museum to Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Cali is another well-known destination in Colombia and is around 322 kilometres south of Medellin. No trip is complete without a visit to Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.

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