Travelling from Melbourne to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE): What you need to know
Medellin is 16 hours behind Melbourne. Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport is located in Medellin, which is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Your flight from Melbourne to MDE won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like December. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Located around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is around 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not book another night away at a hotel near Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to MDE flight, drop your bags at Corio Bay Motel.
Avalon Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 80% of flights out of here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
About Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
Reserve a hotel near MDE if you're catching a late flight from Melbourne to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Confort Rent a Car and explore beyond Medellin's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle around one week before your Melbourne to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport flight.
Getting from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE) to central Medellin
From Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport, central Medellin is around 32 kilometres away. It takes about 45 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
Currently, R 10,677 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 27,401. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Melbourne to MDE. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Melbourne to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport tickets across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
September is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE), while December is the most popular. Find the best time to visit Medellin based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Melbourne to MDE plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Medellin, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
July sees temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Medellin
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Medellin right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport:
Your visit to Medellin wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions you can't miss include EcoParque Comuna 13, Palacio de Bellas Artes and Museo comuna 13.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Colombia waiting to be explored. Around 225 kilometres southeast of Medellin, a trip to Bogota will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Free Walking tour Bogotá de la Candelaria., Teatro Colon Bogota and Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City.
Bucaramanga is another must-experience destination in Colombia and is around 274 kilometres northeast of Medellin. No trip is complete without visiting Catedral de la Sagrada Familia, Panachi and Canon Del Chicamocha.
