Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE): what you need to know
Medellin's timezone is UTC-5, making Medellin five hours behind London.
To ensure you catch your LGW to MDE flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between LGW and MDE include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Orlando International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Currently, R 8,645 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 14,476. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from LGW to MDE, book early. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and land a great deal.
Finding cheap flights from LGW to MDE is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Of all flights leaving London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% arrive on time at their destination.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is around 80 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near LGW:
Arriving at Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MDE if you're on a late London Gatwick Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Confort Rent a Car and explore beyond Medellin's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to central Medellin
From Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, Medellin is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Medellin based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport for August if you want to explore Medellin during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LGW to MDE in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Colombia just waiting to be explored. About 241 kilometres south-east of Medellin, a visit to Bogota will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Colombia, head for Cali, about 322 kilometres south of Medellin. Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia are key reasons to visit.