Flying from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Medellin: what you need to know
Medellin's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Kansas City (the location of Kansas City International Airport).
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from MCI to Medellin. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're going away during a popular month like July, make your way to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. You can expect lines to be longer during high seasons like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even explore another city. When browsing flights from MCI to Medellin, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
If you have a passport from United States and are travelling to Colombia for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may differ based on the length and purpose of your stay and can be subject to change. For the latest rules, contact your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before booking a cheap ticket from Kansas City International Airport to Medellin.
The journey from central Kansas City to MCI takes around 1 hour and 8 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 22 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a handy hotel close to MCI? If you're catching an early flight from Kansas City International Airport to Medellin, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Medellin
C$270 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kansas City International Airport to Medellin. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$655. 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 tickets from MCI to Medellin if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Kansas City International Airport to Medellin throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to central Medellin is approximately 24 kilometres. It takes about 36 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Book a hotel near MDE if you're taking a late flight from Kansas City International Airport to Medellin. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) is roughly 6 kilometres from central Medellin. Once you've hopped off your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Medellin, it'll take you around 16 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take roughly 31 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near EOH. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from MCI to Medellin:
Best time to go to Medellin
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Medellin. August is the busiest month to travel to Medellin. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Medellin for August to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC to 27ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 11ºC and 27ºC. Look for cheap flights from MCI to Medellin around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Medellin
Start your Medellin trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Medellin, check out our range of hotels including:
Parque Arvi and Comuna 13 are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Medellin itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Botero Plaza.
Complete your Medellin trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Medellin and see the sights on your own schedule. Easily compare options in one go to find the perfect ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Kansas City International Airport to Medellin.
