Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Medellin: what you need to know
Medellin is ten hours 30 minutes behind Chennai, where Chennai Airport is located. Medellin runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your MAA to Medellin flight.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
The journey from central Chennai to MAA takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near MAA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Chennai Airport to Medellin or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are a convenient choice:
76.04% of flights that leave from Chennai Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Medellin
The best price we've found for a one-way Chennai Airport to Medellin flight is 638 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 1.514 €. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from MAA to Medellin. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a Chennai 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 central Medellin. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes about 35 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Chennai Airport to Medellin. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MDE instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Confort Rent a Car and explore beyond Medellin's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport about one week before your flight from MAA to Medellin.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) is around 6 kilometres from central Medellin. Once you've disembarked your flight from Chennai Airport to Medellin, it'll take you around 15 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 30 minutes or so.
After stepping off your MAA to Medellin flight, kick back at a hotel close to EOH. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Pick up an Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car and take the scenic route to your next destination. You can choose from trusted outlets like Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride one week ahead of your arrival at EOH can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Medellin
Carefully consider your trip dates before booking your flight from Chennai Airport to Medellin. The city buzzes during peak season, but rates are typically higher and attractions can be crowded. Go to Medellin in low season for a quieter vibe.
Book a Chennai Airport to Medellin plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAA to Medellin in July when temperatures average between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Medellin
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Medellin right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Chennai Airport to Medellin:
Every great adventure 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 cities in Colombia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Medellin. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include 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 journey is complete without experiencing Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.
