Travelling from Apartado Airport (APO) to Medellin: what you need to know
Medellin and Churidó (where Apartado Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch once you land.
To ensure you catch your flight from APO to Medellin, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
You can reserve a direct flight from Apartado Airport to Medellin. Start your journey at APO and land at Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH).
Keep your eyes peeled for promotions from Satena. This airline operates direct flights from Apartado Airport to Medellin.
You don't need your passport or a visa to travel within Colombia. You will need a valid form of identification however, such as a driver's licence or an ID card. Put them on your packing checklist after booking your flight tickets from Apartado Airport to Medellin.
To get to APO from central Churidó, it takes about 29 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a place to stay before your flight from Apartado Airport to Medellin? Check out Hotel San Adolfo Carepa. Get some shut-eye here before making your way to APO.
How to find the cheapest flights from Apartado Airport (APO) to Medellin
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Apartado Airport to Medellin is C$57. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$122. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from APO to Medellin. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Apartado Airport to Medellin throughout the month. It's the best way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to central Medellin is roughly 24 kilometres. It takes about 36 minutes to reach the centre driving.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Apartado Airport to Medellin. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MDE instead:
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
The centre of Medellin is about 6 kilometres from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). After your flight from Apartado Airport to Medellin has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 16 minutes.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take around 31 minutes.
After your flight from APO to Medellin, kick back at a hotel close to EOH. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Medellin
August is the busiest month to catch a flight from Apartado Airport to Medellin while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Medellin, consider the pace you like to travel at.
The warmest month in Medellin is August, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your flights from Apartado Airport to Medellin in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from APO to Medellin in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Medellin
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Medellin right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Apartado Airport to Medellin:
Parque Arvi and Comuna 13 are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your Medellin to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Botero Plaza.
Complete your Medellin trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Medellin and explore the city on your own terms. Easily compare companies in one go to find the perfect set of wheels once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Apartado Airport to Medellin.