Flying from Medellin to El Dorado International Airport (BOG): What you need to know
Begin planning your trip by checking out where you'll catch your flight from Medellin to El Dorado International Airport (BOG). Explore your options for setting off from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) or Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH), two of the city's main airports.
55 minutes is the average duration of a direct Medellin to El Dorado International Airport flight.
Bogota (where El Dorado International Airport is located) and Medellin share the UTC-5 timezone. You can plan your trip without factoring in timezone differences.
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG) is the most popular route. There are 353 direct weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with LATAM Airlines at 11:53pm. Choose the first MDE to BOG departure operated by LATAM Airlines at 12:01am if you'd rather get a move on.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Medellin to BOG.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Medellin to El Dorado International Airport (BOG) can be booked from this terminal.
Well-known airlines that operate direct flights from Medellin to El Dorado International Airport leaving from MDE include:
The preferred airline for passengers flying between MDE and BOG is AVIANCA.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate on this route is Wingo.
To reach MDE from central Medellin, it takes about 35 minutes to drive the 24 kilometres or so.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Medellin to El Dorado International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
69.76% of flights leaving from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
You can book a direct Medellin to El Dorado International Airport (BOG) plane ticket with departures from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). See if flying from EOH works better for your plans.
EasyFly offers direct flights from Medellin to BOG out of EOH. Book your favourite seat and arrive at your destination in a single stretch.
On the EOH to BOG route, EasyFly is the preferred choice of many.
EOH is around 6 kilometres from central Medellin. It'll take 15 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport the day before your Medellin to BOG flight:
About El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Have a late flight from Medellin to El Dorado International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Check in to one of these hotels near BOG and turn out the lights sooner:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an El Dorado International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Renta Facil, Localiza or Green Motion and explore beyond Bogota's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride around one week ahead of your Medellin to El Dorado International Airport flight.
Getting from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to central Bogota
The centre of Bogota is about 8 kilometres from El Dorado International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
At the moment, 16 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Medellin to El Dorado International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 31 €. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
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The best time to fly from Medellin to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
April is the quietest month for flights from Medellin to El Dorado International Airport (BOG), while August is the most popular. Find the ideal time to go to Bogota based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Bogota is September, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Lock in your Medellin to BOG plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from Medellin to El Dorado International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Bogota
Once you've booked your flight from Medellin to El Dorado International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bogota:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Free Walking tour Bogotá de la Candelaria, Teatro Colon Bogota and Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City are must-visits when exploring Bogota.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin is just one of the many places in Colombia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Bogota. Around 241 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include EcoParque Comuna 13, Palacio de Bellas Artes and Museo comuna 13.
Around 290 kilometres north-east of Bogota, Bucaramanga is another essential stop in Colombia. No visit is complete without checking out Catedral de la Sagrada Familia, Panachi and Canon Del Chicamocha.