Flying from Melbourne to Medellin: what you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Melbourne to Medellin.
Hop off the plane at Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE), the chief entry point to Medellin.
Medellin is 16 hours behind Melbourne and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your Melbourne to Medellin flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as January? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Medellin
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Melbourne to Medellin flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
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Flying from Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
MEL is about 19 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Medellin, these accommodation options will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Arriving in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is approximately 18 kilometres from central Medellin. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 35 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Melbourne to Medellin, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near MDE:
Grab a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car and explore Medellin and beyond with your own wheels. Localiza, Green Motion and Confort Rent a Car are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport about one week before your travel date.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) is around 3 kilometres from the centre of Medellin. Once you've disembarked your flight from Melbourne to Medellin, it'll take you approximately 15 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you hop on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 30 minutes or so.
Touch down, collect your Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car, and hit the road without skipping a beat. Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion are popular outlets to choose from here.
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at EOH will save you money.
Best time to go to Medellin
August is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne to Medellin. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Medellin in April.
Before locking in your Melbourne to Medellin tickets, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Medellin, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Melbourne to Medellin in July when temperatures average between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Medellin
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Medellin right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Melbourne to Medellin:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza are leading attractions which should be on any good Medellin itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Colombia waiting to be explored. About 241 kilometres south-east of Medellin, a trip to Bogota will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
Around 322 kilometres south of Medellin, Cali is another essential stop in Colombia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.