Travelling from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Medellin: what you need to know
Medellin is three hours ahead of Seattle, where Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is located. Medellin follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your SEA to Medellin flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from SEA to Medellin with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Located around 18 kilometres from the centre of Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near SEA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Medellin or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from SEA arrive at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Medellin
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Medellin flight is 203 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 474 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from SEA to Medellin, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Medellin ticket.
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Find an affordable flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Medellin with the help of our filters. Select your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
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 opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive takes roughly 45 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Think about booking a hotel close to MDE if you're coming in on a late flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Medellin. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport around one week ahead of your flight from SEA to Medellin.
Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Central Medellin is around 5 kilometres from Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). Once your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Medellin has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 15 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take around 25 minutes.
Following your SEA to Medellin flight, kick back at a hotel close to EOH. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from EOH one week in advance often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
January is the most popular month for flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Medellin. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Medellin in December.
Before locking in your Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Medellin plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Medellin, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SEA 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
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Medellin right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Medellin:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Palacio de Bellas Artes, EcoParque Comuna 13 and Museo comuna 13 are must-do's during your Medellin adventure.
Explore more of Colombia
You've done Medellin, now it's time to discover other parts of Colombia. Travel about 241 kilometres southeast to Bogota to check off its must-visit sights. From Teatro Colon Bogota to Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City and Museum of Contemporary Art of Bogota, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Cali is another sought-after destination in Colombia and is around 322 kilometres south of Medellin. No journey is complete without seeing Cristo Rey, El Retiro Park and Parque Simón Bolívar.
