Travelling from Valencia Airport (VLC) to Medellin: what you need to know
The timezone in Medellin is UTC-5. The city is six hours behind Valencia, where Valencia Airport is located.
To avoid missing your VLC to Medellin flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month such as June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Located around 10 kilometres from central Valencia, VLC can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Valencia Airport to Medellin? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to VLC:
81% of flights departing from Valencia Airport touch down at their destination on time. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from VLC.
How to find the cheapest flights from Valencia Airport (VLC) to Medellin
$648 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Valencia Airport to Medellin flight. A return ticket right now is $1,342. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from VLC to Medellin if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for a Valencia Airport to Medellin ticket.
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Airports in Medellin
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
The distance from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE) to central Medellin is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Valencia Airport to Medellin, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near MDE:
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport about one week ahead of your flight from VLC to Medellin.
Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) is roughly 5 kilometres from central Medellin. Following your flight from Valencia Airport to Medellin, it'll take you around 15 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 25 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near EOH. Unwind and get cosy after your VLC to Medellin flight at any of these well-located options:
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride one week ahead of your arrival at EOH can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Medellin
January is the busiest month for flights from Valencia Airport to Medellin. To escape the crowds, visit Medellin in December.
Book a Valencia Airport to Medellin plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 9ºC (48ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from VLC to Medellin in December when temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
More about Medellin
Start your Medellin trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Valencia Airport to Medellin, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Palacio de Bellas Artes, EcoParque Comuna 13 and Museo comuna 13 are leading attractions which should feature on every Medellin itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Colombia waiting to be discovered. About 241 kilometres southeast of Medellin, a trip to Bogota will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Teatro Colon Bogota, Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City and Museum of Contemporary Art of Bogota.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Colombia, consider Cali, about 322 kilometres south of Medellin. Cristo Rey, El Retiro Park and Parque Simón Bolívar are the start of reasons to visit.