Travelling from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE): what you need to know
The timezone in Medellin is UTC-5, which is two hours ahead of Vancouver.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your YVR to MDE flight.
Flying during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Right now, R 4,382 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 9,515. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from YVR to MDE if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Vancouver International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
71.77% of flights departing from Vancouver International Airport land at their destination on time.
Vancouver International Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near YVR. Whether you've booked an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
If you have a late Vancouver International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these options near MDE:
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 and experience the lesser-explored corners of Medellin and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to central Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport is roughly 24 kilometres from the centre of Medellin. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
August is the most popular month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Medellin in April.
The warmest month in Medellin is August, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your flights from Vancouver International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from YVR to MDE in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Medellin. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
Cali is another essential stop in Colombia and is around 322 kilometres south of Medellin. No journey is complete without seeing Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.