Flying from Medellin to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL): What you need to know
Medellin's main base, Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Medellin to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL).
The timezone in Guadalajara is UTC-6, which is one hour behind Medellin. Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport is located in Guadalajara.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Medellin to GDL.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Medellin to GDL leaving from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
MDE is about 24 kilometres from central Medellin. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Medellin to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels near Jose Maria Cordova International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, 69.76% touch down on time at their destination.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Break up your flight from Medellin to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport with a stop at El Dorado International Airport (BOG). One of the main stopovers between Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport and GDL, it's a good opportunity to unwind before the next leg of your journey.
With public transport, you can travel from central Medellin to EOH in about 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 6 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 15 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport the day before your Medellin to GDL flight:
About Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
If you have a late flight from Medellin to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near GDL:
Pick up a Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport rental car and explore Guadalajara and beyond with your own set of wheels. America, MEX and Routes Car Rentals are well-known companies you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Medellin to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport flight.
Getting from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) to central Guadalajara
The centre of Guadalajara is about 18 kilometres from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of your trip.
It takes around 1 hour 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
113 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Medellin to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport. Return flights start from 301 €. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from Medellin to GDL, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
Affordable Medellin to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Medellin to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
July is when most people book flights from Medellin to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL). Visit Guadalajara in April for a more low-key escape.
When booking your Medellin to GDL plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. May is the warmest month in Guadalajara, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Medellin to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Guadalajara
Start your Guadalajara trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Medellin to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
You'll find loads of fantastic things to do in Guadalajara when you're ready to see the sights. Kick things off at Catedral followed by Centro Histórico de Guadalajara and Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Explore more of Mexico
You've done Guadalajara, now it's time to explore more of Mexico. Travel around 177 kilometres east to León de los Aldama to check off its leading attractions. From Ecoturismo & Aventuras de México to Plaza Principal de León and Museo de Arte E Historia de Guanajuato, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Mexico, consider San Luis Potosi, about 306 kilometres north-east of Guadalajara. Huasteca Potosina, Cascada de Tamul and Cathedral of San Luis Potosi are key reasons to visit.
