Travelling from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Medellin: what you need to know
The timezone in Medellin is UTC-5. The city is 1 hour ahead of Calgary, where Calgary International Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from YYC to Medellin. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
You can enter Colombia for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Canada. But before reserving your flight tickets from Calgary International Airport to Medellin, make sure you have the most up-to-date information. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may need some travel documentation if your trip is for business or another reason.
The journey from central Calgary to YYC takes about 1 hour and 1 minute on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After an easy start to your travels? Stay near YYC. Whether you have an early flight from Calgary International Airport to Medellin or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Medellin
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Calgary International Airport to Medellin is C$334. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$799. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from YYC to Medellin, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
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Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Medellin. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 36 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near MDE if you have a late flight from Calgary International Airport to Medellin. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Central Medellin is around 6 kilometres from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). Once your flight from Calgary International Airport to Medellin has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 16 minutes.
You can also opt for public transport, which will take about 31 minutes.
There are some great places to rest your head close to EOH. Tuck yourself in and get cozy after your flight from YYC to Medellin at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Medellin
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Calgary International Airport to Medellin. August is the busiest month to visit Medellin. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Calgary International Airport to Medellin for August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 11ºC to 27ºC.
Look for cheap flights from YYC to Medellin in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Medellin
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Medellin right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Calgary International Airport to Medellin:
Parque Arvi and Comuna 13 are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Medellin itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Botero Plaza.
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