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How much do flights to Medellín cost?

Cheapest nonstop round-trip

£137

Nonstop flights in May

£95 – £95

Most popular airline

Clic

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
La Macarena
Arrive to
José María Córdova International
Average flights per week
14
Flight distance
492 km

Check-in for a flight from La Macarena to Medellín

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
ClicEFYVEYes
JetSMARTJATJAYes
AviancaAVAAVNo
Wingo airlinesRPBP5Yes

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
22 May
98%
29°C12°C
29 May
89%
24°C12°C
Saturday
23 May
91%
28°C11°C
30 May
81%
22°C14°C
Sunday
24 May
86%
27°C11°C
31 May
89%
20°C13°C
Monday
25 May
89%
25°C11°C
1 Jun
84%
25°C12°C
Tuesday
26 May
87%
25°C11°C
2 Jun
82%
27°C12°C
Wednesday
27 May
89%
26°C11°C
3 Jun
86%
23°C13°C
Thursday
28 May
82%
27°C12°C
4 Jun
79%
24°C11°C
Book your trip to arrive at José María Córdova International, or Olaya Herrera. The distance between La Macarena and Medellín is 492 km. The most popular airlines for this route are Clic, JetSMART, Avianca, and Wingo airlines. La Macarena and Medellín have 14 direct flights per week.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to travel from La Macarena to Medellín?
A one-way nonstop (direct) flight between La Macarena and Medellín takes around 1.8 hours.
What is the flight distance between La Macarena and Medellín?
The flight distance between La Macarena and Medellín is 492 km.
What airlines offer nonstop (direct) flights between La Macarena and Medellín?
Several carriers operate flights between La Macarena and Medellín. Airlines offering nonstop (direct) flights include Clic.
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.
What airports are near La Macarena?
The main airport in La Macarena is La Macarena. It is also served by Jorge Enrique González Torres, La Macarena.
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 La Macarena and Medellín?
Currently, you can fly between La Macarena and Medellín with Clic, JetSMART, Avianca, Wingo airlines.
When’s the best time to travel between La Macarena and Medellín?
If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between La Macarena 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 La Macarena and Medellín?
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