Flying from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE) to Guadalajara Airport (GDL): what you need to know
Guadalajara is one hour behind Medellin and follows the UTC-6 timezone.
For a smooth 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 MDE to GDL flight.
Travelling during a peak month like December? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport to Guadalajara Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MDE and GDL:
Bogota Airport
Mexico City Juarez International Airport
Panama City Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE) to Guadalajara Airport (GDL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport to Guadalajara Airport flight is R 2,102. A return plane ticket is currently R 4,495. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from MDE to GDL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport to Guadalajara Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE)
Of the departures from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport, 76% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport from central Medellin, it takes around 45 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near MDE. Whether you have an early flight from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport to Guadalajara Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Guadalajara Airport (GDL)
If you have a late Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport to Guadalajara Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near GDL:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Guadalajara Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from America, MEX or Routes Car Rentals and explore beyond Guadalajara's main sights.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Guadalajara Airport about four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Guadalajara Airport (GDL) to central Guadalajara
Guadalajara Airport to the centre of Guadalajara has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport takes around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Guadalajara Airport (GDL)
July is the most popular month for flights from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport to Guadalajara Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Guadalajara in March.
Lock in your flight from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport to Guadalajara Airport for May if you want to go to Guadalajara during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MDE to GDL sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be explored after you've experienced Guadalajara. Around 467 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Zócalo, Historic Centre (Centro Historico) and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Around 467 kilometres east of Guadalajara, Ecatepec de Morelos is another favourite stop in Mexico. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Zoologico Zacango, Centro Ecoturistico y Educación Ambiental Sierra de Guadalupe and Botanical Garden.
