Travelling from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport.
Medellin is one hour behind Fort Lauderdale and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Flights from FLL to MDE start from 08:15 — the first with Spirit Airlines. The latest departure is at 22:02 with Spirit Airlines. In total, there are 48 weekly Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your FLL to MDE flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
JetBlue Airways offers direct flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Medellin — and maybe even more of Colombia if time allows.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is JetBlue Airways.
JetBlue Airways is the most punctual carrier operating FLL to MDE flights, with 73.77% of its services landing on schedule.
If you want to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between FLL and MDE:
Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport flight is 62 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 172 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book six months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from FLL to MDE.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from FLL to MDE is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport.
Handy information about Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
The address for FLL is 320 Terminal Drive.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, data shows 73.74% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Fort Lauderdale. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes about 25 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near FLL? If you've booked an early flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Book a hotel near MDE if you're on a late Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Follow your own route with a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Confort Rent a Car and discover more of Medellin and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around one week ahead.
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. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Medellin. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Medellin is August, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FLL to MDE in July. Average temperatures are between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Colombia just waiting to be explored. About 241 kilometres south-east of Medellin, a visit to Bogota will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
Around 322 kilometres south of Medellin, Cali is another favourite stop in Colombia. Experience major highlights starting with Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.