Flying from Medellin to Nuqui Airport (NQU): What you need to know
Your journey comes together at Medellin's main airport, Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). Explore the options for booking a flight from Medellin to Nuqui Airport (NQU) departing from this terminal.
Nuqui (where Nuqui Airport is located) and Medellin share the UTC-5 timezone. With no time difference, coordinating plans between the cities is hassle-free.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Medellin to NQU. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like January or other busy periods mean longer lines and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Medellin
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Medellin, MDE can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Medellin to Nuqui Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
Of all flights leaving Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport, 76% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Think about kicking off your trip from Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). You can book a direct Medellin to Nuqui Airport (NQU) plane ticket with departures from here.
From EOH, direct flights from Medellin to NQU are offered by EasyFly.
EasyFly has the largest share of bookings on the EOH to NQU route.
With public transport, you can travel from central Medellin to EOH in around 25 minutes. The airport is roughly 5 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 15 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Medellin to NQU flight? Kick back in a hotel near Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport before your break officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
About Nuqui Airport (NQU)
Book a hotel close to NQU if you have a late flight from Medellin to Nuqui Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Nuqui Airport (NQU)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Medellin to Nuqui Airport is R 850. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 1,609. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Book three months before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Medellin to NQU.
Schedule your trip for August. That's the best month for scoring cheap Medellin to Nuqui Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal is available on plane tickets from Medellin to NQU.
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The best time to fly from Medellin to Nuqui Airport (NQU)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Medellin to Nuqui Airport (NQU). January is the most popular month to visit Nuqui. If crowds aren't your thing, think about going in December.
The warmest month in Nuqui is March, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Medellin to NQU plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
November has temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Medellin to Nuqui Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Nuqui
After booking your flight from Medellin to Nuqui Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Nuqui:
Your visit to Nuqui isn't complete without checking out the sights. Highlights that should be on your list include Malecón Nuquí, Lobos del manglar and Museo memoria de los abuelos.
Explore more of Colombia
Cali is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Nuqui. Around 257 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Cristo Rey, El Retiro Park and Parque Simón Bolívar.
Around 193 kilometres east of Nuqui, Medellin is another essential stop in Colombia. Start your sightseeing at EcoParque Comuna 13, Palacio de Bellas Artes and Museo comuna 13.
