Travelling from Dubai to Medellin: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Dubai. Check out your options departing from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) when organizing your flight from Dubai to Medellin.
Disembark at Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE), the major arrival point in Medellin.
The timezone in Medellin is UTC-5, which is nine hours behind Dubai.
To ensure you board your Dubai to Medellin flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
During popular months like December, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Medellin
To pick up cheap Dubai to Medellin flights, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
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Flying from Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
We make it a cinch to find a Dubai to Medellin flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Dubai Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Madrid Airport (MAD)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
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DXB is around 5 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Dubai Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Dubai to Medellin, these accommodation options will have you nice and close to your departure gate:
71% of flights that leave from Dubai Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
DWC is around 48 kilometres from central Dubai. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
It's your vacation, so why not enjoy an additional night away? Consider staying at one of these hotels near Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport the day before your flight from Dubai to Medellin:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 64%.
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 about 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Book a hotel close to MDE if you're coming in on a late flight from Dubai to Medellin. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Confort Rent a Car and see more of Medellin and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport around one week ahead of your Dubai to Medellin flight.
Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) is around 3 kilometres from central Medellin. Once you've disembarked your flight from Dubai to Medellin, it'll take you approximately 15 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take about 25 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near EOH. Kick back after your Dubai to Medellin flight at one of these well-located options:
Pick up a Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car and take the scenic route to your next destination. You can select from popular outlets like Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from EOH one week in advance often means better deals and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Dubai to Medellin. December is the most popular month to visit Medellin. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
Book a Dubai to Medellin ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Medellin to range from 9ºC (48ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Dubai to Medellin in December when temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
More about Medellin
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Medellin right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Dubai to Medellin:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Palacio de Bellas Artes, Museo comuna 13 and Laguna de Guatape are highlights which should be on any good Medellin itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Colombia you should also see. Around 241 kilometres southeast of Medellin, a trip to Bogota will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Teatro Colon Bogota, Gold Museum and Museum of Contemporary Art of Bogota.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Colombia, head for Cali, about 322 kilometres south of Medellin. Cristo Rey, Parque Simón Bolívar and San Felipe Lodge. Birding & Wellness RN are key highlights.