Travelling from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to Medellin: what you need to know
Medellin is one hour ahead of Guatemala City, where La Aurora International Airport is located. Medellin observes the UTC-5 timezone.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your GUA to Medellin flight.
Heading off during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from GUA to Medellin with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
GUA is around 6 kilometres from central Guatemala City. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a hotel near GUA? If you're boarding an early flight from La Aurora International Airport to Medellin, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
La Aurora International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 84.05% of flights that take off from GUA arrive at their destination as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to Medellin
R 1,743 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way La Aurora International Airport to Medellin flight. A return flight ticket right now is R 3,349. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from GUA to Medellin, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from La Aurora International Airport to Medellin across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from GUA to Medellin by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
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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. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near MDE if you're coming in on a late flight from La Aurora International Airport to Medellin. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
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.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport about one week before your flight from GUA to Medellin.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
After your flight from La Aurora International Airport to Medellin has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 15 minutes by car. Central Medellin is roughly 6 kilometres from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH).
The journey will take roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near EOH. Settle in and get cosy after your GUA to Medellin flight at one of these well-located options:
Pick up an Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car and make every stop one of your choosing. You can choose from top providers like Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride one week ahead of your arrival at EOH can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Medellin
Before scheduling your flights from La Aurora International Airport to Medellin, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Medellin offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season brings cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Medellin is August, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your La Aurora International Airport to Medellin flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from GUA to Medellin in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
More about Medellin
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Medellin right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from La Aurora International Airport to Medellin:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Botero Plaza, Parque Arvi and Pueblito Paisa are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Medellin itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Colombia you should also see. About 241 kilometres south-east of Medellin, a trip to Bogota will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
Cali is another must-experience destination in Colombia and is around 322 kilometres south of Medellin. No trip is complete without experiencing Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.