Flying from Medellin to Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV): What you need to know
Medellin and Havana (where Havana Jose Marti International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch once you land.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Medellin to HAV.
Popular months like January or other busy periods mean bigger queues and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Medellin
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Medellin to HAV departing from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Here's where you could connect through:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB)
MDE is around 32 kilometres from central Medellin. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Medellin to Havana Jose Marti International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays near Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport, 76% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Fit a stopover into your itinerary at Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG). It's a key transfer point for flights from Medellin to Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV) out of Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Medellin to EOH in around 25 minutes. The airport is roughly 5 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 15 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Medellin to HAV flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport:
About Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
Consider checking in to Apartamento Familia Campa Daniela - Old Havana after touching down from your flight from Medellin to Havana Jose Marti International Airport. It's not too far from HAV and a great option if you'd like to get some rest right away.
Getting from Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV) to central Havana
Havana Jose Marti International Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Havana. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It takes around 1 hour if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
805 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Medellin to Havana Jose Marti International Airport. A return flight starts at 486 €. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Medellin to HAV if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Medellin to Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
Think about the pace you're looking for when picking your flight dates. November is the quietest month to go to Havana. July is when most people book flights from Medellin to Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Havana is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your Medellin to HAV plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from Medellin to Havana Jose Marti International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Havana
Start your Havana trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Medellin to Havana Jose Marti International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Paseo del Malecón, Old Havana and La habana are attractions you won't want to skip in Havana.
Explore more of Cuba
Santa Clara is just one of the many places in Cuba waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Havana. Around 257 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Che Guevara Mausoleum, Plaza de La Revolución Ernesto Che Guevara, Santa Clara Cuba and Abbey Road Park (The Beatles park).
Pinar del Río is another must-experience destination in Cuba and is around 145 kilometres southwest of Havana. No journey is complete without experiencing Parque Nacional Peninsula de Gunanahacabibes, Provincial Museum Of Pinar Del Rio and PALACIO DE GUASCH.
