Flying from Paris to Medellin: what you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when planning your flight from Paris to Medellin. Check out your options for jetting out of Paris from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA).
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is where your flight will arrive in Medellin.
Medellin's timezone is UTC-5, making Medellin six hours behind Paris.
Allow plenty of time to get on your Paris to Medellin flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as June? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Medellin
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Flying from Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
We make it a breeze to book a Paris to Medellin flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Charles de Gaulle Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Travelling from central Paris to CDG takes about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Charles de Gaulle Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Paris to Medellin or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of the departures from Charles de Gaulle Airport, 61.46% touch down on time at their destination.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Take some time to stretch your legs during your Paris to Medellin flight with a stopover. Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) is a great option between Paris Orly Airport and Medellin.
You can reach ORY from central Paris in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes to travel the 14 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Paris to Medellin, unwind in one of these hotels near Paris Orly Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Paris Orly Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76%.
The address for ORY is 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
You can book a ticket from Paris to Medellin leaving from Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) with a stopover. Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) is a busy connecting point.
From central Paris, BVA is around 72 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to get to the airport by car and 2 hours 20 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your Paris to Medellin flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near Beauvais-Tille Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out early:
The on-time performance record of BVA is 66.39%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport reach their final stop as planned.
You'll find Beauvais-Tille Airport at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Arriving in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
The distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to central Medellin is roughly 18 kilometres. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you have a late flight from Paris to Medellin, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near MDE:
Follow your own route with a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Confort Rent a Car and discover more of Medellin and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
The centre of Medellin is around 3 kilometres from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). After your flight from Paris to Medellin has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 15 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take about 30 minutes.
Pick up an Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car and take the scenic route to your next destination. You can choose from popular outlets like Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride one week ahead of your arrival at EOH will help you save.
Best time to go to Medellin
April is the quietest month for flights from Paris to Medellin, while August is the most popular. Work out the best time to go to Medellin based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Paris to Medellin tickets, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Medellin, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Paris to Medellin in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
More about Medellin
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Medellin right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Paris to Medellin:
Parque Arvi and Botero Plaza are a couple of top attractions to put on your Medellin to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Pueblito Paisa.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Colombia waiting to be explored. About 241 kilometres south-east of Medellin, a visit to Bogota will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
Cali is another well-known destination in Colombia and is around 322 kilometres south of Medellin. No trip is complete without experiencing Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.