Travelling from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to La Aurora International Airport (GUA): what you need to know
Guatemala City is one hour behind Medellin and is in the UTC-6 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your MDE to GUA flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to La Aurora International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between MDE and GUA:
Juan Santamaria International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to La Aurora International Airport flight is 142 €. A round-trip fare right now is 229 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MDE to GUA if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when looking for your flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to La Aurora International Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MDE to GUA by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to La Aurora International Airport.
Handy information about Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
69.76% of flights that take off from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To get to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport from central Medellin, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a convenient hotel near MDE? If you're boarding an early flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to La Aurora International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
If you're coming in on a late Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to La Aurora International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near GUA:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a La Aurora International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Europcar or Avis to explore Guatemala City and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from La Aurora International Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to central Guatemala City
From La Aurora International Airport, Guatemala City is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to La Aurora International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Guatemala City. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Guatemala City is April, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to La Aurora International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MDE to GUA in January. Temperatures average between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of Guatemala
You've visited Guatemala City, now it's time to discover other corners of Guatemala. Travel around 11 kilometres west to Mixco to tick off its must-visit sights. From Municipal Salayá Ecological Park to Las Fuentes Ecological Park and San José Buena Vista, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Villa Nueva is another well-known destination in Guatemala and is around 14 kilometres south-west of Guatemala City. No journey is complete without visiting Andana Park, Residenciales Llano Alto 3 Park and Boulevard Los Reformadores.