Travelling from Medellin to Ibague Airport (IBE): What you need to know
Start your trip planning by looking up the ideal departure point for your flight from Medellin to Ibague Airport (IBE). Explore your options for taking off from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) or Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH), the city's main airports.
Medellin and Ibague (where Ibague Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch when you arrive.
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 with enough time to board your flight from Medellin to IBE.
With more people on the move during high season, you'll want to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you stay ahead of the crowds.
Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
The distance from central Medellin to MDE is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching an early flight from Medellin to Ibague Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Jose Maria Cordova International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, 69.76% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Planning to leave from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)? Direct Medellin to Ibague Airport (IBE) plane tickets can be booked from here.
Board your direct flight from Medellin to IBE with EasyFly. This is one of the leading airlines that operates this route out of EOH.
EasyFly is the top choice for passengers flying from EOH to IBE.
You can reach EOH from the centre of Medellin in approximately 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to travel the 6 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Medellin to IBE flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport:
About Ibague Airport (IBE)
Reserve a hotel near IBE if you have a late flight from Medellin to Ibague Airport. Settle into one of these options and end the night sooner:
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Ibague Airport (IBE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Medellin to Ibague Airport is 51 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 102 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from Medellin to IBE, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
Affordable Medellin to Ibague Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Medellin to Ibague Airport (IBE)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Medellin to Ibague Airport (IBE). June is the busiest month to visit Ibague. If you prefer a quieter vibe, head there in April.
Before locking in your Medellin to IBE plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Ibague, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Medellin to Ibague Airport in December if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Ibague
Start your Ibague trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Medellin to Ibague Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
You'll find loads of awesome things to do in Ibague when you're in the mood to sightsee. Start exploring at Ibague capital musical de colombia followed by BioSaludable Tolima Grande Park and Alexander von Humboldt Botanical Garden.
Explore more of Colombia
Ibague has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Colombia just waiting to be explored. About 121 kilometres east of Ibague, a trip to Bogota will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Free Walking tour Bogotá de la Candelaria, Teatro Colon Bogota and Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City.
Cali is another favourite destination in Colombia and is around 193 kilometres south-west of Ibague. No journey is complete without visiting Swing Latino, Cristo Rey and El Retiro Park.