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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Salvador Airport to Medellin? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 341 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Medellin.341 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Oct, returning Sat, 24 Oct.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound direct flight with Avianca departs from San Salvador on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Inbound direct flight with Avianca departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in San Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From 341 €, select.

Medellin.343 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Oct, returning Mon, 2 Nov.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound direct flight with Avianca departs from San Salvador on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Inbound direct flight with Avianca departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in San Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From 343 €, select.

Medellin.343 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Nov, returning Tue, 10 Nov.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound direct flight with Avianca departs from San Salvador on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Inbound direct flight with Avianca departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in San Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From 343 €, select.

Medellin.343 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec, returning Mon, 7 Dec.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound direct flight with Avianca departs from San Salvador on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Inbound direct flight with Avianca departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in San Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From 343 €, select.

Medellin.344 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 29 Nov, returning Tue, 8 Dec.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound direct flight with Avianca departs from San Salvador on Sun, 29 Nov, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Inbound direct flight with Avianca departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in San Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From 344 €, select.

Medellin.348 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep, returning Thu, 1 Oct.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound direct flight with Avianca departs from San Salvador on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Inbound direct flight with Avianca departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in San Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From 348 €, select.

Medellin.358 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Jun, returning Sat, 12 Jun.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound direct flight with Avianca departs from San Salvador on Sun, 6 Jun, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Inbound direct flight with Avianca departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Sat, 12 Jun, arriving in San Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From 358 €, select.

Medellin.358 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 21 Feb, returning Sat, 27 Feb.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound direct flight with Avianca departs from San Salvador on Sun, 21 Feb, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Inbound direct flight with Avianca departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Sat, 27 Feb, arriving in San Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From 358 €, select.

Medellin.358 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 May, returning Fri, 7 May.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound direct flight with Avianca departs from San Salvador on Sat, 1 May, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Inbound direct flight with Avianca departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Fri, 7 May, arriving in San Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From 358 €, select.

Medellin.358 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Mar, returning Sun, 4 Apr.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound direct flight with Avianca departs from San Salvador on Thu, 25 Mar, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Inbound direct flight with Avianca departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Sun, 4 Apr, arriving in San Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From 358 €, select.

Medellin.361 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Jan, returning Mon, 4 Jan.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound direct flight with Avianca departs from San Salvador on Fri, 1 Jan, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Inbound direct flight with Avianca departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in San Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From 361 €, select.

Medellin.362 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Apr, returning Tue, 20 Apr.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound direct flight with Avianca departs from San Salvador on Thu, 15 Apr, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Inbound direct flight with Avianca departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Tue, 20 Apr, arriving in San Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From 362 €, select.

Medellin.366 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Dec, returning Sun, 17 Jan.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound direct flight with Avianca departs from San Salvador on Tue, 15 Dec, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Inbound direct flight with Avianca departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Sun, 17 Jan, arriving in San Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From 366 €, select.

Medellin.367 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Jan, returning Sun, 28 Feb.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound direct flight with Avianca departs from San Salvador on Sat, 30 Jan, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Inbound direct flight with Avianca departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Sun, 28 Feb, arriving in San Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From 367 €, select.

Medellin.367 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar, returning Sat, 6 Mar.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound direct flight with Avianca departs from San Salvador on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Inbound direct flight with Avianca departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Sat, 6 Mar, arriving in San Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From 367 €, select.

Medellin.368 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Sep, returning Tue, 29 Sep.Return flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from San Salvador on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in San Salvador.Price includes taxes and charges.From 368 €, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Salvador to Medellin flights are currently cheapest in October.

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Alternative San Salvador to Medellin routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from San Salvador to Medellin? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera

3km from central Medellin

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from 460 €

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Medellin Jose Maria Cordova

19km from central Medellin

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from 341 €

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San Salvador to Medellin: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	341 €
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	2 hrs, 38 mins
Most popular airline	Avianca El Salvador
Average flights per week	32

Finding cheap flights from San Salvador to Medellin: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Medellin?

There are 2 airports in Medellin: Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera and Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.

How much are return flights from San Salvador to Medellin?

The best price we found for a return flight from San Salvador to Medellin is 341 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from San Salvador to Medellin?

2 hours and 38 minutes is the average flight time from San Salvador to Medellin.

Which airlines fly direct from San Salvador to Medellin?

Avianca El Salvador, Avianca and TAMPA Cargo fly direct from San Salvador to Medellin.

How many flights are there a week from San Salvador to Medellin?

As of September 2026, there are 32 flights per week flying from San Salvador to Medellin.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Salvador to Medellin?

The cheapest month to fly from San Salvador to Medellin is usually October.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Medellin?

If you're flying from San Salvador Airport, the cheapest airport near Medellin is Medellin Jose Maria Cordova – which is 18.9 km away from the centre of Medellin. We've found flights into this airport from 341 €.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from San Salvador Airport to Medellin on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Salvador Airport to Medellin on Wednesday, 21 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from San Salvador Airport to Medellin?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 38 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from San Salvador Airport to Medellin?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Medellin but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Medellin?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Medellin is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Medellin?

In September, the average temperature is usually around 19°C. May is typically the warmest month in Medellin, when it usually averages around 23°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is November, with temperatures averaging 14°C. The rainiest month is April.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from San Salvador Airport to Medellin with?

Currently, Avianca offers the cheapest flight tickets to Medellin.

Travelling from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to Medellin: what you need to know

Jump on a direct flight from El Salvador International Airport to Medellin and you'll be travelling for around 2 hours 45 minutes.
Medellin is one hour ahead of San Salvador, where El Salvador International Airport is located. Medellin observes the UTC-5 timezone.
El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE) is the most popular route, with seven departures a week to choose from. You can fly from SAL to MDE at 22:10 with AVIANCA.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your SAL to Medellin flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
You can book a direct El Salvador International Airport to Medellin ticket. Start your trip at SAL and arrive at Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE).
Look out for deals with AVIANCA. This carrier has direct flights from El Salvador International Airport to Medellin.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from SAL to Medellin with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:
- Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
- Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
- Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The journey from central San Salvador to SAL takes about 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a hotel close to SAL? If you've booked an early flight from El Salvador International Airport to Medellin, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
El Salvador International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from SAL make it to their destination as scheduled 88% of the time.

How to find the cheapest flights from El Salvador International Airport (SAL) to Medellin

232 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way El Salvador International Airport to Medellin flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 341 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Book four months before you want to fly. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from SAL to Medellin.
September is the best month for picking up a fantastic deal on El Salvador International Airport to Medellin tickets. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from SAL to Medellin by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from El Salvador International Airport to Medellin.

Airports in Medellin

Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)

Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE) is around 32 kilometres from central Medellin. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 45 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from El Salvador International Airport to Medellin. Book one of these accommodation options near MDE instead:
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport about one week ahead of your flight from SAL to Medellin.

Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)

After your flight from El Salvador International Airport to Medellin has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 15 minutes by car. Central Medellin is roughly 5 kilometres from Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH).
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 25 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near EOH. Here are a few options where you can check in after your SAL to Medellin flight:
Get exactly what you want. Reserving your ride from EOH one week ahead of time often means better prices and a greater selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Medellin

It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from El Salvador International Airport to Medellin. January is the most popular month to visit Medellin. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in December.
The warmest month in Medellin is August, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your El Salvador International Airport to Medellin plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from SAL to Medellin in December if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.

More about Medellin

Once you've booked your flight from El Salvador International Airport to Medellin, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Medellin:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Palacio de Bellas Artes, EcoParque Comuna 13 and Museo comuna 13 are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Medellin itinerary.

Explore more of Colombia

Medellin has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Colombia waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometres southeast of Medellin, a visit to Bogota will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Teatro Colon Bogota, Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City and Museum of Contemporary Art of Bogota.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Colombia, consider Cali, about 322 kilometres south of Medellin. Cristo Rey, El Retiro Park and Parque Simón Bolívar are among its highlights.