Travelling from Camilo Daza International Airport (CUC) to Medellin: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Camilo Daza International Airport to Medellin is 1 hour 8 minutes.
Cucuta (the location of Camilo Daza International Airport) and Medellin are in the same timezone — UTC-5.
The most popular route is from Camilo Daza International Airport (CUC) to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE). Choose from 21 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CUC to MDE is the 06:01 JetSmart option. If you're planning to fly out later on, the last departure is at 20:25 with Avianca.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from CUC to Medellin.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Nonstop flights from Camilo Daza International Airport (CUC) to Medellin are available for booking. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is where you'll step off the plane.
You'll have your choice of airlines operating direct flights from Camilo Daza International Airport to Medellin. Book your ticket with one of these:
For a domestic flight within Colombia, you don't need a visa or passport. However, you'll have to show some form of identification, such as a driver's licence or ID card. Once you've booked cheap tickets from Camilo Daza International Airport to Medellin, make sure your ID is up to date.
Central Cucuta to CUC is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 16 minutes to reach there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching an early flight from Camilo Daza International Airport to Medellin? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near CUC:
How to find the cheapest flights from Camilo Daza International Airport (CUC) to Medellin
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Camilo Daza International Airport to Medellin is R 396. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 680. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 11 months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CUC to Medellin.
July is the cheapest month for tickets from Camilo Daza International Airport to Medellin. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Medellin. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 36 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near MDE if you're catching a late flight from Camilo Daza International Airport to Medellin. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
After your flight from Camilo Daza International Airport to Medellin has touched down, you can reach the city centre in around 16 minutes by car. Central Medellin is roughly 6 kilometres from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH).
The journey will take about 31 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from CUC to Medellin, unwind at a hotel near EOH. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Medellin
August is the busiest month to catch a flight from Camilo Daza International Airport to Medellin while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Medellin, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Before booking a flight from Camilo Daza International Airport to Medellin, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Medellin, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC to 27ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 11ºC and 27ºC. Search for cheap flights from CUC to Medellin around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Medellin
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Medellin right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Camilo Daza International Airport to Medellin:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza are top sights which should feature on every Medellin itinerary.
Complete your Medellin trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Medellin and explore the city on your own schedule. Easily compare options in one go to find the ideal ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Camilo Daza International Airport to Medellin.