Flying from Medellin to Valledupar Alfonso Lopez Pumarejo Airport (VUP): What you need to know
Get your trip started at Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH), the main airport in Medellin. Look for flights from Medellin to Valledupar Alfonso Lopez Pumarejo Airport (VUP) that jet out of this terminal.
Medellin and Valledupar (where Valledupar Alfonso Lopez Pumarejo Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch once you land.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Medellin to VUP.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like January. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Medellin
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
MDE is around 32 kilometres from central Medellin. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Medellin to Valledupar Alfonso Lopez Pumarejo Airport, these stays will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
76% of flights that take off from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
You can book a direct Medellin to Valledupar Alfonso Lopez Pumarejo Airport (VUP) plane ticket out of Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). Decide if leaving from EOH is a better fit for your trip.
EasyFly offers direct flights from Medellin to VUP leaving from EOH. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and get to your destination in a single stretch.
EasyFly takes the lead in bookings on the EOH to VUP route.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Medellin to EOH in about 25 minutes. The airport is roughly 5 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 15 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport the day before your Medellin to VUP flight:
About Valledupar Alfonso Lopez Pumarejo Airport (VUP)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Medellin to Valledupar Alfonso Lopez Pumarejo Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near VUP instead:
Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your Medellin to Valledupar Alfonso Lopez Pumarejo Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Valledupar Alfonso Lopez Pumarejo Airport (VUP) to central Valledupar
The centre of Valledupar is around 5 kilometres from Valledupar Alfonso Lopez Pumarejo Airport. Travel times by taxi or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
It takes around 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Valledupar Alfonso Lopez Pumarejo Airport (VUP)
$130 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Medellin to Valledupar Alfonso Lopez Pumarejo Airport. Return flights start at $260. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Medellin to VUP, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Medellin to Valledupar Alfonso Lopez Pumarejo Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Medellin to Valledupar Alfonso Lopez Pumarejo Airport (VUP)
June is the quietest month for flights from Medellin to Valledupar Alfonso Lopez Pumarejo Airport (VUP), while February is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to visit Valledupar based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Medellin to VUP plane ticket departing in March if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Valledupar to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Medellin to Valledupar Alfonso Lopez Pumarejo Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).
More about Valledupar
Once you've booked your flight from Medellin to Valledupar Alfonso Lopez Pumarejo Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Valledupar:
Your trip to Valledupar should come with a bit of sightseeing. Leading attractions worth exploring include La Casa en el Aire, Parque and pueblito Vallenato.
Explore more of Colombia
Barranquilla is just one of the many places in Colombia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Valledupar. Around 177 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Gran Malecon Puerta de Oro, Obelisco Barranquilla - LA VENTANA AL MUNDO and Catedral Metropolitana Maria Reina.
Cartagena is another standout destination in Colombia and is around 241 kilometres west of Valledupar. No trip is complete without experiencing Walls of Cartagena, Centro Historico and CARTAGENA, COLOMBIA.
