Travelling from Sangster International Airport (MBJ) to Medellin: what you need to know
Montego Bay (the location of Sangster International Airport) and Medellin follow the same timezone — UTC-5.
Allow plenty of time to catch your MBJ to Medellin flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for plane tickets from MBJ to Medellin, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
To reach MBJ from central Montego Bay, it takes around 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. It's roughly 3 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Have an early flight from Sangster International Airport to Medellin? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near MBJ:
Of the departures from Sangster International Airport, 74.59% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sangster International Airport (MBJ) to Medellin
236 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sangster International Airport to Medellin flight. A round-trip ticket right now is 566 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from MBJ to Medellin, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Sangster International Airport to Medellin is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to get the best prices throughout the month and land a sweet deal.
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Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Sangster International Airport to Medellin by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
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 grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Sangster International Airport to Medellin. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MDE instead:
Hit the road running 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 and experience the lesser-explored corners of Medellin and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from MBJ to Medellin can help you get the lowest rate.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
After your flight from Sangster International Airport to Medellin has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 15 minutes by car. Central Medellin is roughly 6 kilometres from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 30 minutes.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to EOH. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your MBJ to Medellin flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Why waste time waiting for a cab? An Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car lets you start exploring right away. Crank up the music and hit the road with a set of wheels from Confort Rent a Car or Green Motion.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at EOH will help you save.
Best time to go to Medellin
Plan your trip to Medellin in peak season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Sangster International Airport to Medellin during 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). Book your Sangster International Airport to Medellin plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from MBJ to Medellin in July if you like travelling 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 Sangster International Airport to Medellin, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Medellin:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Botero Plaza, Parque Arvi and Pueblito Paisa are essential stops on your Medellin itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Colombia waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometres south-east of Medellin, a trip to Bogota will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
Cali is another sought-after 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.
