Travelling from Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to Medellin: what you need to know
Medellin is two hours ahead of Victoria, where Victoria International Airport is located. Medellin observes the UTC-5 timezone.
To avoid missing your YYJ to Medellin flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
The journey from central Victoria to YYJ takes around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Victoria International Airport to Medellin? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near YYJ:
When it comes to Victoria International Airport's on-time performance, 67.45% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to Medellin
R 7,534 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Victoria International Airport to Medellin flight. Return flight tickets start at R 10,765. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from YYJ to Medellin, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Victoria International Airport to Medellin across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to central Medellin takes around 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Victoria International Airport to Medellin. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MDE instead:
Pick up a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car and explore Medellin and beyond with your own wheels. Localiza, Green Motion and Confort Rent a Car are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from YYJ to Medellin.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Central Medellin is around 6 kilometres from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). After your flight from Victoria International Airport to Medellin has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 15 minutes.
The journey will take roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near EOH. Kick back and get cosy after your YYJ to Medellin flight at any of these well-located options:
Why wait around? An Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car lets you get going right away. Put on your favourite playlist and hit the road with a set of wheels from Confort Rent a Car or Green Motion.
Get the pick of the lot. Booking your ride from EOH one week ahead of time often means more savings and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
Before booking your flights from Victoria International Airport to Medellin, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Medellin offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
Before booking a Victoria International Airport to Medellin flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. 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 YYJ to Medellin around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Medellin
Start your Medellin trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Victoria International Airport to Medellin, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Botero Plaza, Parque Arvi and Pueblito Paisa are must-do's during your Medellin adventure.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is just one of the many places in Colombia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of 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.
If you want to check out another corner of Colombia, head for Cali, roughly 322 kilometres south of Medellin. Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia are key reasons to visit.
