Flying from Frankfurt to Medellin: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your trip from in Frankfurt. Explore your options leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) when planning your flight from Frankfurt to Medellin.
Disembark at Medellin's chief entry point, Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE).
The timezone in Medellin is UTC-5, which is six hours behind Frankfurt.
For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your Frankfurt to Medellin flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Medellin
To find cheap Frankfurt to Medellin flights, book early. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Frankfurt to Medellin throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Flying from Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing Frankfurt to Medellin flights leaving from Frankfurt Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt, FRA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Frankfurt to Medellin? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Frankfurt Airport:
67.47% of flights taking off from Frankfurt Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Frankfurt to HHN in around 2 hours 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 105 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Frankfurt to Medellin? Unwind in a hotel near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport before your adventure officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
53% of flights taking off from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Arriving in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is approximately 18 kilometres from central Medellin. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 35 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Frankfurt to Medellin, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near MDE:
Grab a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car and discover Medellin and beyond with your own wheels. Localiza, Green Motion and Confort Rent a Car are top providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
As soon as your flight from Frankfurt to Medellin has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in around 15 minutes by car. Central Medellin is roughly 3 kilometres from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH).
Public transport will get you there in around 30 minutes.
Why wait? An Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car lets you start your journey right away. Roll down your windows and hit the open road with a set of wheels from Confort Rent a Car or Green Motion.
Snap up a deal by booking your ride from EOH one week in advance. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Frankfurt to Medellin. August is the busiest month to travel to Medellin. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
Before locking in your Frankfurt to Medellin tickets, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Medellin, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Frankfurt to Medellin in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
More about Medellin
Once you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Medellin, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Medellin:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Parque Arvi, Botero Plaza and Pueblito Paisa are must-do's during your Medellin adventure.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Colombia waiting to be discovered. About 241 kilometres south-east of Medellin, a visit to Bogota will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
Cali is another standout destination in Colombia and is around 322 kilometres south of Medellin. No trip is complete without dropping by Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.
