Flying from Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport (ADZ) to Medellin: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport to Medellin and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.
San Andres Island (the location of Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport) and Medellin follow the same timezone — UTC-5.
The busiest route is from Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport (ADZ) to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE). Take your pick of 28 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from ADZ to MDE is the 06:29 JetSMART option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 23:30 with LATAM Airlines.
Allow plenty of time to get on your ADZ to Medellin flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Planning to travel during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Begin your trip at ADZ and fly straight to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport to Medellin tickets.
You'll have your pick of airlines that offer direct flights from Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport to Medellin. Reserve your trip with one of these:
ADZ is around 2 kilometres from central San Andres Island. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near ADZ. Whether you're taking an early flight from Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport to Medellin or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
When it comes to Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport's on-time performance, 64.91% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport (ADZ) to Medellin
R 1,002 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport to Medellin flight. A return ticket right now is R 2,021. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book two months before your departure date. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from ADZ to Medellin.
Organise your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring a bargain on Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport to Medellin tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to the centre of Medellin takes around 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
Look into staying at a hotel near MDE if you have a late flight from Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport to Medellin. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
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 popular providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from ADZ to Medellin.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
The centre of Medellin is about 6 kilometres from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). After your flight from Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport to Medellin has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 15 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 30 minutes or so.
Following your ADZ to Medellin flight, rest your head at a hotel near EOH. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Grab an Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car and make every stop one of your choosing. You can choose from leading outlets like Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride one week before your arrival at EOH will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Medellin
Before scheduling your flights from Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport to Medellin, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Medellin offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season means you'll get better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Book a Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport to Medellin flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ADZ to Medellin in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
More about Medellin
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Medellin right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Gustavo Rojas Pinilla Airport to Medellin:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Botero Plaza, Parque Arvi and Pueblito Paisa are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Medellin itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Colombia you'll want to see. About 241 kilometres south-east of Medellin, a trip to Bogota will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
Around 322 kilometres south of Medellin, Cali is another favourite stop in Colombia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.