Travelling from San Diego to Medellin: what you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with working out where you'll leave from in San Diego. San Diego International Airport (SAN) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from San Diego to Medellin departing from here.
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE) is where you'll be arriving in Medellin.
The timezone in Medellin is UTC-5, which is three hours ahead of San Diego.
Allow plenty of time to catch your San Diego to Medellin flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Medellin
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap San Diego to Medellin flight. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
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Flying from San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to visit a new city or just have a break during your travels. When booking your San Diego to Medellin flight, deselect 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) is an option if you're leaving from San Diego International Airport.
SAN is about 5 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from San Diego to Medellin? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to San Diego International Airport:
When it comes to San Diego International Airport's on-time performance, 74% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
The address for SAN is N Harbour Dr.
Arriving in Medellin
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE)
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE) is approximately 18 kilometres from central Medellin. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes around 45 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from San Diego to Medellin. Book one of these accommodation options near MDE instead:
Grab a Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport rental car and discover Medellin and beyond with your own wheels. Localiza, Green Motion and Confort Rent a Car are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport around one week in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) is around 3 kilometres from the centre of Medellin. Following your flight from San Diego to Medellin, it takes approximately 15 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take about 25 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near EOH. Kick back after your San Diego to Medellin flight at any of these well-located options:
Grab a Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car and take the scenic route to your next destination. You can choose from top companies like Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at EOH can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Medellin
December is the busiest month for flights from San Diego to Medellin. To skip the crowds, go to Medellin in March.
Book a San Diego to Medellin ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Medellin to range from 9ºC (48ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
December has average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Look for cheap flights from San Diego to Medellin around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Medellin
Start your Medellin trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from San Diego to Medellin, check out our range of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Palacio de Bellas Artes, Museo comuna 13 and Laguna de Guatape are essential stops on your Medellin itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Medellin. Around 241 kilometres to the southeast, check out popular attractions including Teatro Colon Bogota, Gold Museum and Museum of Contemporary Art of Bogota.
Cali is another standout destination in Colombia and is around 322 kilometres south of Medellin. No journey is complete without dropping by Cristo Rey, Parque Simón Bolívar and San Felipe Lodge. Birding & Wellness RN.