Flying from Chicago to Medellin: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Chicago. Explore your options departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) when planning your flight from Chicago to Medellin.
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is the major hub where you can touch down in Medellin.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Chicago to Medellin. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
You won't need a visa for Colombia if you have a passport from United States and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to change. So before locking in your cheap flights from Chicago to Medellin, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
Flying from Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing flights from Chicago to Medellin departing from O'Hare International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
ORD is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 54 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Chicago to Medellin? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near O'Hare International Airport:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Make the most of your vacation with a stopover on your flight from Chicago to Medellin. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your bucket list. Whatever you want to do, here's where you can stop between O'Hare International Airport and Medellin:
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
You can arrive at MDW from central Chicago in about 21 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 46 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
Start your vacation sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Chicago to Medellin, kick back in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport:
Arriving in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to central Medellin is around 36 minutes by car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
Book a hotel close to MDE if you have a late flight from Chicago to Medellin. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Central Medellin is around 6 kilometres from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). As soon as your flight from Chicago to Medellin has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 16 minutes.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take around 31 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to EOH. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Chicago to Medellin:
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Medellin
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Medellin is C$164. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$450. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Chicago to Medellin if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Chicago to Medellin is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to show the lowest fares across each month and land a great deal.
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Best time to go to Medellin
August is the most popular month for flights from Chicago to Medellin. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Medellin in April.
The warmest month in Medellin is August, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your flights from Chicago to Medellin in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, book a cheap ticket from Chicago to Medellin in July when temperatures average between 11ºC and 27ºC.
More about Medellin
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Medellin right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Chicago to Medellin:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza are must-visits when exploring Medellin.
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