Travelling from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to Medellin: what you need to know
Medellin is two hours ahead of Tijuana, where Tijuana Airport is located. Medellin observes the UTC-5 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your TIJ to Medellin flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Tijuana, TIJ can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 3 hours 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Tijuana Airport to Medellin? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near TIJ:
Of all flights departing from Tijuana Airport, 63.47% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to Medellin
R 2,733 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Tijuana Airport to Medellin flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is R 6,062. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from TIJ to Medellin, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
Landing cheap tickets from Tijuana Airport to Medellin is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to get the lowest prices across every month and bag an awesome deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from TIJ to Medellin by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
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Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is around 24 kilometres from central Medellin. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 35 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel near MDE if you have a late flight from Tijuana Airport to Medellin. Select one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Grab a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car and explore Medellin and beyond with your own set of wheels. Localiza, Green Motion and Confort Rent a Car are top providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around one week before your flight from TIJ to Medellin can help you secure the lowest rate.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) is roughly 6 kilometres from central Medellin. After your flight from Tijuana Airport to Medellin, it'll take you around 15 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 30 minutes or so.
Following your TIJ to Medellin flight, kick back at a hotel close to EOH. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Why wait around for a cab? An Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car lets you get moving right away. Put on your favourite playlist and hit the road with a set of wheels from Confort Rent a Car or Green Motion.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from EOH one week in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Tijuana Airport to Medellin. The city comes alive during high season, but hotel prices are often higher and top attractions can get crowded. Go to Medellin in the off-season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your Tijuana Airport to Medellin flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Medellin, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from TIJ to Medellin around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Medellin
After booking your flight from Tijuana Airport to Medellin, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Medellin:
Botero Plaza and Parque Arvi are a couple of major attractions to add to your Medellin travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Pueblito Paisa.
Explore more of Colombia
You've visited Medellin, now it's time to explore other corners of Colombia. Travel around 241 kilometres south-east to Bogota to tick off its popular sights. From Gold Museum to Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another corner of Colombia, consider Cali, about 322 kilometres south of Medellin. Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia are the start of reasons to visit.