Travelling from Medellin to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE): What you need to know
Medellin's main base, Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Medellin to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE).
Take off on a direct Medellin to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.
Guayaquil (where Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport is located) and Medellin share the UTC-5 timezone. With no time difference, coordinating plans between the cities is hassle-free.
The most popular route is from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE). You can choose from 3 direct services each week. AVIANCA operates a 4:55pm departure between MDE and GYE.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Medellin to GYE.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Medellin to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE) can be booked from this terminal.
When departing from MDE, you can take a direct flight from Medellin to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport with AVIANCA.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between MDE and GYE is AVIANCA.
MDE is around 24 kilometres from central Medellin. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Medellin to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these stays near Jose Maria Cordova International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, data shows 69.76% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Break up your flight from Medellin to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport with a stop at El Dorado International Airport (BOG). A major connection between Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport and GYE, it's a good opportunity to enjoy some downtime before continuing your journey.
EOH is around 6 kilometres from central Medellin. It takes 15 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Medellin to GYE flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport:
About Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
Have a late flight from Medellin to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near GYE and fast-forward to bedtime:
Grab a Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport rental car and discover Guayaquil and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Goldcar are well-known companies you can book with here.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Medellin to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport flight.
Getting from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE) to central Guayaquil
Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to central Guayaquil is about 5 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It takes around 20 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Medellin to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport is R 2,936. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 4,243. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book nine months before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Medellin to GYE.
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The best time to fly from Medellin to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
April is the quietest month for flights from Medellin to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE), while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Guayaquil based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Guayaquil is November, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Medellin to GYE plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Medellin to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport in August when temperatures are between 19ºC (66ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Guayaquil
After booking your flight from Medellin to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Guayaquil:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Amazon Rainforest, Stella Maris Galapagos Luxury Yacht and Palacio de Cristal are popular attractions which should be on any good Guayaquil itinerary.
Explore more of Ecuador
Quito is just one of the many cities in Ecuador waiting to be discovered after you've seen Guayaquil. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Free Walking Tour Quito, Quito Historic Centre and Catedral Metropolitana de Quito.
Around 129 kilometres south-east of Guayaquil, Cuenca is another essential stop in Ecuador. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Inca Ruins, New Cathedral (Catedral de la Immaculada) and Quetzal Park.