Flying from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ): what you need to know
Barranquilla is one hour ahead of Mexico City and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
To ensure you get on your MEX to BAQ flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Benito Juarez International Airport to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between MEX and BAQ include:
Tocumen International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Benito Juarez International Airport to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport flight is $272. A return ticket right now is $473. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from MEX to BAQ, book early. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from MEX to BAQ.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport.
Handy information about Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
80.91% of flights departing from Benito Juarez International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from MEX.
Benito Juarez International Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near MEX? If you've booked an early flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Benito Juarez International Airport to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BAQ instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up an Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Alamo and explore beyond Barranquilla's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport around three weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ) to central Barranquilla
Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Barranquilla. The drive time takes about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ)
August is the most popular month for flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Barranquilla in April.
Lock in your flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport for April if you'd like to explore Barranquilla during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MEX to BAQ in January. Temperatures average between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF) then.
Explore more of Colombia
Barranquilla is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Colombia waiting to be discovered. About 97 kilometres south-west of Barranquilla, a visit to Cartagena will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Walled City of Cartagena, Museo del Oro Zenu and La Popa Monastery.
Cucuta is another favourite destination in Colombia and is around 434 kilometres south-east of Barranquilla. No trip is complete without dropping by Plaza Parque Santander, Malecon and Brinki's DYSANTY.