Travelling from Medellin to LaGuardia Airport (LGA): What you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Medellin. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Medellin to LaGuardia Airport (LGA) out of here.
LaGuardia Airport is located in New York. The city follows the UTC-4 timezone and is one hour ahead of Medellin.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Medellin to LGA. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Medellin to LGA departing from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
The distance from central Medellin to MDE is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Medellin to LaGuardia Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
69.76% of flights that leave from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
You can get to EOH from the centre of Medellin in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to cover the 6 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Medellin to LGA flight? Relax in a hotel near Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
About LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Medellin to LaGuardia Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near LGA instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a LaGuardia Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Ace Rent a Car or Thrifty and explore beyond New York's main sights.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride around two weeks in advance of your Medellin to LaGuardia Airport flight.
The street address for LGA is Hangar 7 Centre.
Getting from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to central New York
LaGuardia Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from central New York. The time it takes to get there by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Medellin to LaGuardia Airport is R 2,130. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 3,538. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from Medellin to LGA, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your Medellin to LaGuardia Airport ticket.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Medellin to LGA.
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The best time to fly from Medellin to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
February is the quietest month for flights from Medellin to LaGuardia Airport (LGA), while July is the busiest. Work out the best time to visit New York based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Medellin to LGA plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Medellin to LaGuardia Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about New York
After booking your flight from Medellin to LaGuardia Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring New York:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Central Park, Manhattan Skyline and Statue of Liberty are must-do's during your New York adventure.
Explore more of the United States
You've done New York, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Travel about 145 kilometres south-west to Philadelphia to check off its leading attractions. From Independence Hall to Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Baltimore is another essential stop in the United States and is around 290 kilometres south-west of New York. No trip is complete without seeing Baltimore Aquarium, National Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.