Cheap flights from London to Medellín from £393

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1 stop
Wed, May 27
London LTNMedellín MDE
£393
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1 stop
Thu, May 28
London LTNMedellín MDE
£399
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2 stops
Wed, May 27
London STNMedellín MDE
£400
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1 stop
Thu, May 28
London STNMedellín MDE
£405
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2 stops
Wed, May 27
London LGWMedellín MDE
£410
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1 stop
Wed, May 27
London STNMedellín MDE
£424
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2 stops
Sat, May 30 – Fri, Jun 5
London LTNMedellín MDE
£947
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Sat, May 30 – Fri, Jun 5
London LGWMedellín MDE
£949
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2 stops
Wed, May 27 – Tue, Jun 2
London LGWMedellín EOH
£1,008
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2 stops
Sat, May 30 – Thu, Jun 4
London LHRMedellín MDE
£1,030
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Thu, May 28 – Tue, Jun 2
London LTNMedellín MDE
£1,036
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Sat, May 30 – Tue, Jun 2
London LGWMedellín MDE
£1,061
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How much do flights to Medellín cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£393

Cheapest round-trip

£947

Average round-trip

£975

Includes rare itinerary

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Most popular airline

Air Europa

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

fixed fare to city center (~$23–29 USD)

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

door-to-door convenience

50-90 min

per person (~$4–6 USD)

every 15–30 min (traffic dependent)

budget travelers

40-70 min

varies by demand (~$17–27 USD)

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

app-based convenience

40-70 min

pre-booked (~$36–60 USD)

pre-booked (traffic dependent)

groups or premium service

40-70 min

per day (~$29–72 USD)

on-demand (traffic dependent)

flexibility and exploration

60-90 min

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
Gatwick
Arrive to
José María Córdova International
Average flights per week
400
Flight distance

Check-in for a flight from London to Medellín

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
Air EuropaAEAUXNo
AviancaAVAAVNo
RyanairRYRFRNo
easyJetEZYU2Yes
Plus Ultra Lineas AereasPUEPUYes

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
15 May
94%
29°C12°C
22 May
89%
25°C13°C
Saturday
16 May
92%
26°C13°C
23 May
89%
25°C12°C
Sunday
17 May
88%
25°C12°C
24 May
87%
25°C12°C
Monday
18 May
85%
23°C13°C
25 May
86%
26°C12°C
Tuesday
19 May
85%
26°C12°C
26 May
77%
26°C11°C
Wednesday
20 May
88%
27°C13°C
27 May
69%
26°C12°C
Thursday
21 May
88%
27°C13°C
28 May
89%
27°C13°C
Travelers usually depart from Gatwick, London Stansted, Heathrow, Luton, or London City when they travel from London to Medellín. Book your trip to arrive at José María Córdova International, or Olaya Herrera. The most popular airlines for this route are Air Europa, Avianca, Ryanair, easyJet, and Plus Ultra Lineas Aereas. London and Medellín have 400 direct flights per week.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most popular routes to and from London?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as London and Istanbul, Tirana, Barcelona, Jeddah, Tel Aviv, Prague, Paris, Athens, Bucharest, Málaga, Marrakesh, Bangkok, Rome, Chișinău, Madrid, Budapest, Edinburgh, New York, Oslo, Agadir.
What are the most popular routes to and from Medellín?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Medellín and Bogotá, Cartagena, Pereira, Cali, Santa Marta, Panama, Barranquilla, Lima, Caracas, New York, Armenia, Orlando, Santo Domingo, Bucaramanga, Apartadó, Cancún, Nuquí, Miami, Bahía Solano, Fort Lauderdale.
Which airports are there in London?
London is mainly served by Gatwick. But there are other airports nearby, including London Stansted, Heathrow, Luton, London City, London Southend, RAF Northolt.
What airports are near London?
The main airport in London is Gatwick. It is also served by Birmingham, Bristol, East Midlands, Cardiff, Bournemouth, Southampton, Exeter, Norwich, Humberside.
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 London and Medellín?
Currently, you can fly between London and Medellín with Air Europa, Avianca, Ryanair, easyJet, Plus Ultra Lineas Aereas.
When’s the best time to travel between London and Medellín?
If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between London 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 London and Medellín?
Traveling between London 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 London?
There are a number of airports in and around London. The main one is Gatwick and other nearby airports include Birmingham, Bristol, East Midlands, Cardiff, Bournemouth, Southampton, Exeter, Norwich, Humberside
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