Travelling from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) to Medellin: what you need to know
Medellin and Washington DC (where Baltimore Washington International Airport is located) are in the UTC-5 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
To avoid missing your BWI to Medellin flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a popular month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for plane tickets from BWI to Medellin, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Travelling from central Washington DC to BWI takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a hotel close to BWI? If you're catching an early flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Medellin, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
When it comes to Baltimore Washington International Airport's on-time performance, 77% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) to Medellin
R 2,436 is currently the best price for a one-way Baltimore Washington International Airport to Medellin flight. Return plane tickets start at R 5,621. These prices can change based on demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from BWI to Medellin if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Baltimore Washington International Airport to Medellin ticket.
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Airports in Medellin
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE) to central Medellin takes about 45 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Medellin, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near MDE:
Reserving your ride from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport around one week in advance of your flight from BWI to Medellin can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Once your flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Medellin has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in around 15 minutes by car. Central Medellin is roughly 5 kilometres from Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH).
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 25 minutes or so.
There are some great places to call home for the night near EOH. Kick back and get cosy after your BWI to Medellin flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at EOH can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Medellin
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Medellin. January is the busiest month to visit Medellin. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in December.
Book a Baltimore Washington International Airport to Medellin plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 9ºC (48ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BWI to Medellin in December when temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
More about Medellin
Once you've booked your flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Medellin, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Medellin:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Palacio de Bellas Artes, EcoParque Comuna 13 and Museo comuna 13 are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Medellin itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is just one of the many places in Colombia waiting to be explored after you've experienced Medellin. Around 241 kilometres away to the southeast, top sights here include Teatro Colon Bogota, Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City and Museum of Contemporary Art of Bogota.
Around 322 kilometres south of Medellin, Cali is another essential stop in Colombia. Start your sightseeing at Cristo Rey, El Retiro Park and Parque Simón Bolívar.
