Flying from Mexico City to Medellin: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering the departure point for your flight from Mexico City to Medellin. Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU) are Mexico City's main airports.
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE) is the primary point of entry to Medellin.
Around 4 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Mexico City to Medellin flight.
Medellin's timezone is UTC-5, making Medellin one hour ahead of Mexico City.
Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are 14 flights a week to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from Mexico City to Medellin is with Aeromexico at 19:10. Go for the first MEX to MDE departure operated by AVIANCA at 05:00 to fit in more activities on your first day in Medellin.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your Mexico City to Medellin flight.
Travelling during a popular month such as June? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Medellin
To snag cheap Mexico City to Medellin flights, book your journey two months before your planned departure.
July is the best month for nabbing a fantastic deal on a plane ticket from Mexico City to Medellin. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Find a cheap Mexico City to Medellin flight with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Flying from Mexico City
Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX)
You can get a direct flight from Mexico City to Medellin leaving from Mexico City Juarez International Airport (MEX). Start your trip at MEX and come in for landing at Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE).
Keep an eye out for deals with Aeromexico. This airline offers direct Mexico City to Medellin plane tickets from MEX.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Mexico City to Medellin flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Mexico City Juarez International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Bogota Airport (BOG)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Cancun Airport (CUN)
The journey from central Mexico City to MEX takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Mexico City Juarez International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Mexico City to Medellin or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Mexico City Juarez International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 84% of flights that depart MEX reach their destination on time.
Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)
Prefer to jet off from Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)? This popular hub offers nonstop flights from Mexico City to Medellin, seamlessly connecting to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE).
Book your direct Mexico City to Medellin plane ticket with VivaAerobus. This is one of the leading airlines operating this route out of NLU.
Split up your Mexico City to Medellin flight with a stop so you can freshen up or tick a new place off your list. Top stopovers between Felipe Angeles International Airport and Medellin include:
Bogota Airport (BOG)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Cancun Airport (CUN)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Mexico City to NLU in around 2 hours. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 55 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Mexico City to Medellin? Unwind in a hotel near Felipe Angeles International Airport before your holiday officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Felipe Angeles International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76%.
Arriving in Medellin
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE)
The distance from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE) to central Medellin is approximately 18 kilometres. It'll take you around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes to get there on public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near MDE if you have a late flight from Mexico City to Medellin. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport rental car and explore Medellin and beyond with your own set of wheels. Localiza, Green Motion and Confort Rent a Car are well-known companies you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport about one week in advance of your Mexico City to Medellin flight.
Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
The centre of Medellin is around 3 kilometres from Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). As soon as your flight from Mexico City to Medellin has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 15 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 25 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near EOH. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Mexico City to Medellin:
Touch down, grab your Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car, and hit the road without skipping a beat. Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion are top outlets to choose from here.
Get the lowest price by booking your ride from EOH one week in advance. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Mexico City to Medellin. December is the most popular month to travel to Medellin. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your Mexico City to Medellin tickets, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Medellin, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
December sees average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Search for cheap flights from Mexico City to Medellin around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Medellin
Start your Medellin trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Mexico City to Medellin, browse our range of hotels including:
Palacio de Bellas Artes and Museo comuna 13 are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Medellin itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Laguna de Guatape.
Explore more of Colombia
You've done Medellin, now it's time to explore more of Colombia. Journey around 241 kilometres southeast to Bogota to tick off its top sights. From Teatro Colon Bogota to Gold Museum and Museum of Contemporary Art of Bogota, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another side of Colombia, head for Cali, about 322 kilometres south of Medellin. Cristo Rey, Parque Simón Bolívar and San Felipe Lodge. Birding & Wellness RN are the start of reasons to visit.
