Cheap flights from El Calafate to Medellín from £304

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Thu, Aug 6
El Calafate FTEMedellín MDE
£304
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Thu, Aug 6
El Calafate FTEMedellín MDE
£364
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Thu, Aug 6
El Calafate FTEMedellín MDE
£366
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Thu, Aug 6
El Calafate FTEMedellín MDE
£378
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Fri, Aug 7
El Calafate FTEMedellín MDE
£384
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Mon, Aug 10
El Calafate FTEMedellín MDE
£415
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How much do flights to Medellín cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£304

Cheapest round-trip

£728

Average round-trip

£1,060

Includes rare itinerary

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Most popular airline

Aerolineas Argentinas

Getting from Medellín's airport to the city center

Fastest options: taxi or ride-hailing services. Best value: airport buses and colectivos.

Medellín is served by José María Córdova International Airport (MDE), located 29 km southeast of the city center in the municipality of Rionegro. The airport sits at a higher elevation in the mountains, requiring travelers to descend into the Aburrá Valley to reach downtown Medellín. Airport transfers to city center destinations include authorized taxis, ride-hailing apps, shared colectivos, and private transfer services. Journey times vary significantly based on traffic conditions, particularly during rush hours when the winding mountain road can become congested.

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

40-70 min

$95,000 – $120,000; fixed fare to city center (~$23–29 USD)

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

door-to-door convenience

50-90 min

$18,000 – $25,000; per person (~$4–6 USD)

every 15–30 min (traffic dependent)

budget travelers

40-70 min

$70,000 – $110,000; varies by demand (~$17–27 USD)

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

app-based convenience

40-70 min

$150,000 – $250,000; pre-booked (~$36–60 USD)

pre-booked (traffic dependent)

groups or premium service

40-70 min

$120,000 – $300,000; per day (~$29–72 USD)

on-demand (traffic dependent)

flexibility and exploration

60-90 min

$15,000 – $20,000; per person (~$4–5 USD)

every 20–30 min (traffic dependent)

most affordable option

Notes:

  • Prices in COP (Colombian Pesos); table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • The route between the airport and Medellín involves a winding mountain road; journey times can double during peak hours.
  • Authorized taxis operate with fixed fares from the airport; purchase tickets at the official taxi booth inside arrivals.
  • Ride-hailing apps work at the airport but drivers may ask you to meet at a designated pickup area.
  • Colectivos depart when full and drop passengers at various points in the city, including El Poblado and downtown.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Medellín

Depart from
Comandante Armando Tola International
Arrive to
José María Córdova International
Average flights per week
393
Flight distance

Check-in for a flight from El Calafate to Medellín

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
Aerolineas ArgentinasARGARYes
LATAM AirlinesLANLAYes
AviancaAVAAVNo
JetSMARTJATJAYes
Copa AirlinesCMPCMYes

Online check-in is not available for these airlines.

Weather in Medellín

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January24°C12°C
February24°C13°C
March24°C13°C
April23°C13°C
May23°C13°C
June24°C12°C
July25°C12°C
August25°C12°C
September25°C12°C
October23°C12°C
November22°C13°C
December24°C12°C
Hottest Month
25°C
August
Coldest month
12°C
July
Sunny days
104
days per year

14 day forecast

Friday
17 Jul
17%
30°C12°C
24 Jul
81%
24°C11°C
Saturday
18 Jul
57%
29°C11°C
25 Jul
12%
26°C10°C
Sunday
19 Jul
82%
26°C12°C
26 Jul
23%
28°C10°C
Monday
20 Jul
88%
25°C12°C
27 Jul
79%
24°C11°C
Tuesday
21 Jul
92%
21°C14°C
28 Jul
27°C11°C
Wednesday
22 Jul
90%
24°C12°C
29 Jul
29°C10°C
Thursday
23 Jul
90%
24°C13°C
30 Jul
57%
28°C11°C
Book your trip to arrive at José María Córdova International, or Olaya Herrera. The most popular airlines for this route are Aerolineas Argentinas, LATAM Airlines, Avianca, JetSMART, and Copa Airlines. El Calafate and Medellín have 393 direct flights per week.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most popular routes to and from El Calafate?

Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as El Calafate and Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, London, Bariloche, Mendoza, Puerto Iguazú, Santiago de Chile, Salta, Rio de Janeiro, Calama, Cusco, Miami, Córdoba, Quito, Montevideo, Lima, Brisbane, Portland, Florianópolis, Toronto.

What are the most popular routes to and from Medellín?

Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Medellín and Bogotá, Cartagena, Pereira, London, Cali, Santa Marta, Panama, Barranquilla, Lima, Caracas, New York, Armenia, Orlando, Santo Domingo, Bucaramanga, Apartadó, Cancún, Nuquí, Miami, Bahía Solano.

Which airports are there in El Calafate?

El Calafate is mainly served by Comandante Armando Tola International. But there are other airports nearby, including Lago Argentino Airport.

What airports are near Medellín?

The main airport in Medellín is José María Córdova International. It is also served by Matecaña International, El Edén International, Antonio Roldán Betancourt, La Nubia.

Which airlines fly between El Calafate and Medellín?

Currently, you can fly between El Calafate and Medellín with Aerolineas Argentinas, LATAM Airlines, Avianca, JetSMART, Copa Airlines.

When’s the best time to travel between El Calafate and Medellín?

If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between El Calafate and Medellín, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.

What flights operate between El Calafate and Medellín?

Traveling between El Calafate and Medellín, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.

How many airports are there near Medellín?

There are a number of airports in and around Medellín. The main one is José María Córdova International and other nearby airports include Matecaña International, El Edén International, Antonio Roldán Betancourt, La Nubia.

What time do nonstop (direct) flights between El Calafate and Medellín depart?

This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred departure time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to depart from El Calafate, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for departure.

What time do nonstop (direct) flights between El Calafate and Medellín arrive?

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