Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Medellin: what you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is located in Melbourne. Based in the UTC-5 timezone, Medellin is 16 hours behind Melbourne.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your MEL to Medellin flight.
If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Medellin? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near MEL:
Of all flights leaving Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Medellin
$1,038 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Medellin flight. A return flight ticket right now is $1,870. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from MEL to Medellin, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
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Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to the centre of Medellin takes around 35 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
If you have a late flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Medellin, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near MDE:
Travel at your own pace with a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Confort Rent a Car and venture far and wide through Medellin and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from MEL to Medellin.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) is about 6 kilometres from central Medellin. Once you've hopped off your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Medellin, it'll take you around 15 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 30 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to EOH. Kick back and get cosy after your MEL to Medellin flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Touch down, grab your Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car, and drive away without missing a beat. Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion are leading providers to take your pick of here.
Get exactly what you want. Reserving your ride from EOH one week ahead of time often means more savings and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
Before scheduling your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Medellin, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Medellin offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while low season brings cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Medellin is August, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Medellin flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Look for cheap tickets from MEL to Medellin in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
More about Medellin
Start your Medellin trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Medellin, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Botero Plaza, Parque Arvi and Pueblito Paisa are popular attractions which should be on any good Medellin itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Colombia just waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometres south-east of Medellin, a visit to Bogota will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
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.