Travelling from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Los Angeles is 2 hours behind Medellin, where Jose Maria Cordova International Airport is located. Los Angeles operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from MDE to Los Angeles.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from MDE to Los Angeles with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
To visit United States for tourism purposes, you will require an embassy visa if you have a passport from Colombia. However, visa rules can change and you may need further documentation depending on the purpose and duration of your visit. Always check the most recent guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Los Angeles.
Central Medellin to MDE is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 36 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Booked an early flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Los Angeles? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to MDE:
How to find the cheapest flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to Los Angeles
C$431 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Los Angeles. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$733. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from MDE to Los Angeles. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Los Angeles across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles is approximately 32 kilometres. It'll take you around 32 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 54 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Los Angeles. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
The centre of Los Angeles is approximately 32 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY). Once your flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Los Angeles has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 34 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take approximately 1 hour and 41 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to VNY. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from MDE to Los Angeles:
Best time to go to Los Angeles
July is the most popular month to board a flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Los Angeles while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Los Angeles, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Book your flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Los Angeles for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 16ºC to 32ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 6ºC and 26ºC. Look for cheap flights from MDE to Los Angeles around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Los Angeles
After booking your flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Los Angeles, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Los Angeles:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Los Angeles itinerary.
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