Flying from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Medellin: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Medellin is 4 hours 55 minutes.
Medellin is one hour ahead of Houston, where Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport is located. Medellin runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
The busiest route is from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE). You can select from eight weekly services between these two airports. United Airlines offers a 16:20 departure between IAH and MDE.
To avoid rushing for your IAH to Medellin flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Start your journey at IAH and fly straight to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Medellin tickets.
Check out the offers from United Airlines. This airline has direct flights from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Medellin.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from IAH to Medellin. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Travelling from central Houston to IAH takes around 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Medellin? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near IAH:
79% of flights departing from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Medellin
155 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Medellin flight. A return plane ticket starts from 400 €. These prices can change based on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from IAH to Medellin, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
Landing cheap tickets from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Medellin is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest fares across each month and walk away with an epic deal.
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Airports in Medellin
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE) to the centre of Medellin takes around 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel close to MDE if you have a late flight from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Medellin. Check in to one of these options and make arrival day easier:
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport about one week in advance of your flight from IAH to Medellin.
Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) is roughly 5 kilometres from central Medellin. Following your flight from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Medellin, it'll take you around 15 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 25 minutes or so.
Following your IAH to Medellin flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to EOH. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from EOH one week in advance. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
January is the most popular month for flights from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Medellin. To avoid the crowds, head to Medellin in December.
When booking your Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Medellin plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Medellin, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
December sees average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from IAH to Medellin around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Medellin
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Medellin right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Medellin:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Palacio de Bellas Artes, EcoParque Comuna 13 and Museo comuna 13 are top attractions which should feature on every Medellin itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be explored once you've seen Medellin. Around 241 kilometres away to the southeast, well-known attractions include Teatro Colon Bogota, Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City and Museum of Contemporary Art of Bogota.
Around 322 kilometres south of Medellin, Cali is another essential stop in Colombia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Cristo Rey, El Retiro Park and Parque Simón Bolívar.