Flying from Medellin to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT): What you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Medellin. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Medellin to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) leaving from here.
The timezone in Charlotte is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Medellin. Charlotte Douglas International Airport is located in Charlotte.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Medellin to CLT.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Medellin to CLT leaving from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Top options include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
The distance from central Medellin to MDE is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Have an early flight from Medellin to Charlotte Douglas International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport:
Of the departures from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, 69.76% arrive on time at their destination.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
With public transport, you can travel from central Medellin to EOH in about 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 6 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 15 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Medellin to CLT flight? Relax in a hotel near Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
About Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Book a hotel close to CLT if you're catching a late flight from Medellin to Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and be in bed in no time flat:
Grab a Charlotte Douglas International Airport rental car and explore Charlotte and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Easirent and Budget are popular outlets to choose from here.
For the lowest price, book your ride around one week in advance of your Medellin to Charlotte Douglas International Airport flight.
The address for CLT is 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
Getting from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to central Charlotte
Charlotte Douglas International Airport to central Charlotte is around 10 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport takes about 4 hours 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Currently, R 3,540 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Medellin to Charlotte Douglas International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 6,064. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Medellin to CLT if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
Affordable Medellin to Charlotte Douglas International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Medellin to CLT.
Uncover a great deal on a flight from Medellin to Charlotte Douglas International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
The best time to fly from Medellin to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
August is the most popular month for flights from Medellin to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT). Visit Charlotte in February for a more low-key escape.
When booking your Medellin to CLT plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Charlotte, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Medellin to Charlotte Douglas International Airport in January when temperatures are between -2ºC (28ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Charlotte
Start your Charlotte trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Medellin to Charlotte Douglas International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
You'll find plenty of awesome things to do in Charlotte when you're ready to go sightseeing. Start exploring at Bechtler Museum of Modern Art followed by Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Explore more of the United States
Charlotte will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be explored. Around 225 kilometres east of Charlotte, a visit to Raleigh will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like North Carolina Museum of Art, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and Dorothea Dix Park.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in the United States, head for Durham, about 209 kilometres north-east of Charlotte. DPAC - Durham Performing Arts Centre, American Tobacco Campus District and American Tobacco Historic District are among the biggest draws.
