Traveling from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO): what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for around 1 hour 40 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport. Quito and Medellin are in the same timezone (UTC-5).
Flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport start at 19:10 — the earliest with AVIANCA. The latest flight in the day is the 21:45 option with AVIANCA. Overall, you can take your pick of 33 weekly services from MDE to UIO.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
AVIANCA is your ticket to exploring Quito (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Ecuador!). Browse the direct flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport offered by this carrier.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that appeals to you. The most popular stopovers on the MDE - UIO route are:
Tocumen International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
Jorge Chavez International Airport
To see if you need a visa to enter Ecuador, contact your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll give you the most up-to-date information, including additional travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from MDE to UIO.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
C$190 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport. A return flight starts at C$346. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
To snag cheap flight tickets from MDE to UIO, book your trip 9 months before your departure.
May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Handy information about Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from central Medellin. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 36 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Want an easy start to your vacation? Stay near MDE. Whether you've booked an early flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
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 Mariscal Sucre International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near UIO instead:
Getting from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to central Quito
From Mariscal Sucre International Airport, Quito is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the center driving.
It typically takes 2 hours and 11 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Quito. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Mariscal Sucre International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Quito, with temperatures ranging from 7ºC to 19ºC.
Search for cheap flight tickets from MDE to UIO in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC and 18ºC on average.
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Start your Quito trip right by finding the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from MDE to UIO, check out our range of hotel options including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Quito Old Town, Basilica del Voto Nacional and El Panecillo are must-do's during your Quito adventure.
Complete your Quito trip with hotels and a car rental
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