Flying from Menara Airport (RAK) to Medellin: what you need to know
Medellin is six hours behind Marrakech, where Menara Airport is located. Medellin runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your RAK to Medellin flight.
Travelling during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers offer the perfect opportunity to discover a new city or just take a break during your travels. When booking your flight ticket from RAK to Medellin, deselect 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) is a popular stop on this route.
Located around 5 kilometres from central Marrakech, RAK can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 20 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Menara Airport to Medellin? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near RAK:
Of all flights leaving Menara Airport, 73.36% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Menara Airport (RAK) to Medellin
R 7,953 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Menara Airport to Medellin flight. A return ticket right now is R 15,568. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from RAK to Medellin if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
Landing cheap tickets from Menara Airport to Medellin is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to access the lowest fares across every month and land a sweet deal.
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Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
The distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to central Medellin is roughly 24 kilometres. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Menara Airport to Medellin, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near MDE:
Pick up a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car and discover Medellin and beyond with your own set of wheels. Localiza, Green Motion and Confort Rent a Car are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport about one week before your flight from RAK to Medellin.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Central Medellin is located around 6 kilometres from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). Once your flight from Menara Airport to Medellin has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 15 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 30 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near EOH. Settle in and get cosy after your RAK to Medellin flight at any of these well-located options:
Touch down, collect your Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car, and drive away without missing a beat. Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion are trusted providers to select from here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from EOH one week in advance. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
Visit Medellin during peak season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Menara Airport to Medellin in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
When booking your Menara Airport to Medellin flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Medellin, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from RAK to Medellin in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
More about Medellin
Once you've booked your flight from Menara Airport to Medellin, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Medellin:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Botero Plaza, Parque Arvi and Pueblito Paisa are top sights which should feature on any good Medellin itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is just one of the many places in Colombia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Medellin. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
If you're eager to discover another side of Colombia, consider Cali, roughly 322 kilometres south of Medellin. Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia are key reasons to visit.
