Flying from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Medellin: what you need to know
Frankfurt Airport is located in Frankfurt. Following the UTC-5 timezone, Medellin is six hours behind Frankfurt.
To avoid rushing for your FRA to Medellin flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Planning to travel during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight ticket from FRA to Medellin. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
Travelling from central Frankfurt to FRA takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near FRA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Medellin or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
67.47% of flights that depart Frankfurt Airport arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Medellin
R 7,670 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to Medellin flight. A return ticket right now is R 12,571. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from FRA to Medellin. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Landing cheap tickets from Frankfurt Airport to Medellin is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to get the lowest fares across each month and pick up an epic deal.
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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 about 35 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Frankfurt Airport to Medellin. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MDE instead:
Pick up a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car and explore Medellin and beyond with your own set of wheels. Localiza, Green Motion and Confort Rent a Car are popular providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your ride from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around one week in advance of your flight from FRA to Medellin.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
After your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Medellin has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 15 minutes by car. Central Medellin is roughly 6 kilometres from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH).
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 30 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near EOH. Here are a few options where you can check in after your FRA to Medellin flight:
Why wait? An Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car lets you get moving right away. Roll down your windows and hit the road with a set of wheels from Confort Rent a Car or Green Motion.
Snap up the best price by booking your ride from EOH one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Medellin. The city buzzes in peak season, but prices are generally higher and top attractions can be crowded. Plan your trip to Medellin in low season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in a Frankfurt Airport to Medellin flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from FRA to Medellin around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Medellin
Once you've booked your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Medellin, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Medellin:
Botero Plaza and Parque Arvi are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Medellin itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Pueblito Paisa.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Colombia you'll want to see. About 241 kilometres south-east of Medellin, a visit to Bogota will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Colombia, head for Cali, about 322 kilometres south of Medellin. Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia are among its highlights.
