Travelling from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Medellin: what you need to know
The timezone in Medellin is UTC-5. The city is ten hours 30 minutes behind Bengaluru, where Kempegowda International Airport is located.
Allow plenty of time to get on your BLR to Medellin flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
BLR is about 29 kilometres from central Bengaluru. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 55 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to BLR? If you're boarding an early flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Medellin, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
71.17% of flights that leave from Kempegowda International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
The address for BLR is Kial Road, Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 56030.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Medellin
522 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Kempegowda International Airport to Medellin flight. Return plane tickets start at 1.950 €. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from BLR to Medellin. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a Kempegowda International Airport to Medellin ticket.
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Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Medellin. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel near MDE if you're coming in on a late flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Medellin. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Get on the fast track to adventure 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.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from BLR to Medellin.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Central Medellin is around 6 kilometres from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). After your flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Medellin has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 15 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in about 30 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near EOH. Kick back and get cosy after your BLR to Medellin flight at any of these well-located options:
Touch down, grab your Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car, and hit the road without skipping a beat. Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion are popular providers to take your pick of here.
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from EOH one week ahead of time often means better deals and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
Visit Medellin during high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Kempegowda International Airport to Medellin in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
The warmest month in Medellin is August, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your Kempegowda International Airport to Medellin plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
July sees average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from BLR to Medellin around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Medellin
Start your Medellin trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Medellin, check out our range of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Botero Plaza, Parque Arvi and Pueblito Paisa are must-do's during your Medellin adventure.
Explore more of Colombia
You've done Medellin, now it's time to explore other parts of Colombia. Travel about 241 kilometres south-east to Bogota to tick off its top sights. From Gold Museum to Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Cali is another favourite destination in Colombia and is around 322 kilometres south of Medellin. No journey is complete without experiencing Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.
