Flying from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE) to Lima Airport (LIM): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport to Lima Airport is 3 hours 10 minutes.
Lima's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Medellin.
Every week, there are 16 Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport to Lima Airport flights. If you want to be on board as early as possible, jump on the 03:55 LATAM Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 18:29 with JetSMART.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to board your MDE to LIM flight.
During popular months such as December, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
LATAM Airlines offers direct flights from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport to Lima Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Lima — and maybe even more of Peru if your schedule allows.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is LATAM Airlines.
LATAM Airlines ranks as the top on-time carrier for MDE to LIM flights, with 91.59% of services arriving as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport to Lima Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between MDE and LIM:
Bogota Airport
Cartagena Airport
Cucuta Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE) to Lima Airport (LIM)
119 € is currently the best price for a one-way Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport to Lima Airport flight. Return flights start at 200 €. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Get cheap tickets from MDE to LIM by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport to Lima Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MDE to LIM by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport to Lima Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport, 76% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Medellin. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 15 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near MDE? If you're boarding an early flight from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport to Lima Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Lima Airport (LIM)
If you're arriving on a late Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport to Lima Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near LIM:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Lima Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Budget and see more of Lima and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Lima Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Lima Airport (LIM) to central Lima
From Lima Airport, Lima is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
When to fly to Lima Airport (LIM)
August is the busiest month for flights from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport to Lima Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Lima in March.
When booking your flight from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport to Lima Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Lima, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MDE to LIM in August if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
Explore more of Peru
You've visited Lima, now it's time to explore more of Peru. Travel around 11 kilometres west to Callao to check off its popular sights. From Islas Palomino to Malecón Pardo La Punta - Callao and Fortaleza Real Felipe, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 483 kilometres north-west of Lima, Trujillo is another favourite stop in Peru. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Iglesia de La Merced, Plaza de Armas de Trujillo and Playa de Huanchaco.



