Flying from Rome to Medellin: what you need to know
Rome has a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Rome to Medellin departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
Come in for landing at Medellin's chief entry point, Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE).
The timezone in Medellin is UTC-5, which is six hours behind Rome.
For a relaxed travel experience, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your Rome to Medellin flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Medellin
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Flying from Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even tour another city. When searching for Rome to Medellin flights departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
The journey from central Rome to FCO takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Rome to Medellin? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport:
When it comes to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport's on-time performance, 70.57% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
On public transport, you can travel from central Rome to CIA in around 1 hour 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 13 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 40 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away from home? Consider kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport the day before your flight from Rome to Medellin:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
The distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to central Medellin is roughly 18 kilometres. It'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Rome to Medellin. Book one of these accommodation options near MDE instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Confort Rent a Car to explore Medellin and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) is around 3 kilometres from central Medellin. Once you've hopped off your flight from Rome to Medellin, it'll take you approximately 15 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the journey to take approximately 30 minutes on public transport.
Why wait? An Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car lets you start your journey right away. Roll down your windows and hit the open road with a set of wheels from Confort Rent a Car or Green Motion.
Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from EOH one week in advance often means better prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Rome to Medellin. August is the most popular month for a trip to Medellin. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your Rome to Medellin tickets, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Medellin, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Rome to Medellin in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
More about Medellin
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Medellin right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Rome to Medellin:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Parque Arvi, Botero Plaza and Pueblito Paisa are popular attractions which should be on every Medellin itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
You've done Medellin, now it's time to discover more of Colombia. Journey around 241 kilometres south-east to Bogota to check off its must-visit sights. From Gold Museum to Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Colombia, consider Cali, roughly 322 kilometres south of Medellin. Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia are the start of reasons to visit.