Flying from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Medellin: what you need to know
Medellin is one hour ahead of San Antonio, where San Antonio International Airport is located. Medellin observes the UTC-5 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your SAT to Medellin flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from SAT to Medellin. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
SAT is about 13 kilometres from central San Antonio. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near SAT. Whether you've booked an early flight from San Antonio International Airport to Medellin or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels put convenience first:
82% of flights leaving San Antonio International Airport reach their destination as planned. With its strong on-time performance, delays are unlikely when flying out of SAT.
SAT is located at 9800 Airport Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Medellin
R 4,093 is currently the lowest price for a one-way San Antonio International Airport to Medellin flight. Return plane tickets start from R 8,932. These prices can change depending on availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from SAT to Medellin if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for your San Antonio International Airport to Medellin ticket.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from San Antonio International Airport to Medellin by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Medellin
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE) to the centre of Medellin takes around 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you have a late flight from San Antonio International Airport to Medellin, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near MDE:
Booking your vehicle from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport around one week before your flight from SAT to Medellin can help you secure the lowest rate.
Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Once your flight from San Antonio International Airport to Medellin has arrived, you can get to the city centre in about 15 minutes by car. Central Medellin is roughly 5 kilometres from Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 25 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to EOH. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your SAT to Medellin flight:
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from EOH one week in advance often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
January is the most popular month for flights from San Antonio International Airport to Medellin. To avoid the crowds, visit Medellin in December.
The warmest month in Medellin is August, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your San Antonio International Airport to Medellin plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
December has average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from SAT to Medellin around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Medellin
After booking your flight from San Antonio International Airport to Medellin, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Medellin:
Palacio de Bellas Artes and EcoParque Comuna 13 are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Medellin must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Museo comuna 13.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Colombia you should also see. Around 241 kilometres southeast of Medellin, a trip to Bogota will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Teatro Colon Bogota, Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City and Museum of Contemporary Art of Bogota.
If you want to check out another major destination in Colombia, consider Cali, about 322 kilometres south of Medellin. Cristo Rey, El Retiro Park and Parque Simón Bolívar are key reasons to visit.
