Travelling from San Juan to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE): What you need to know
San Juan's main base, Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from San Juan to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE).
Take off on a direct San Juan to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in Medellin is UTC-5, which is one hour behind San Juan. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport is located in Medellin.
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is the most popular route. There are 12 direct departures a week to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, take the last flight with AVIANCA at 4:25pm. Opt for the first SJU to MDE departure operated by JetBlue Airways at 10:41am if you'd rather get a move on.
Your flight from San Juan to MDE won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Planning to travel during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from San Juan to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) can be booked from this terminal.
When departing from SJU, you can catch a direct flight from San Juan to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport with AVIANCA.
Most travellers prefer to book seats with AVIANCA between SJU and MDE.
JetBlue Airways leads the way as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 85.29% of its services landing as scheduled.
SJU is around 8 kilometres from central San Juan. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Luis Munoz Marin International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from San Juan to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of the departures from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport, 73.65% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG)
Using public transport, you can travel from central San Juan to SIG in about 1 hour. The terminal is roughly 8 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 15 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your San Juan to MDE flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport:
About Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from San Juan to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near MDE instead:
Grab a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car and explore Medellin and beyond with your own set of wheels. Localiza, Green Motion and Confort Rent a Car are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle around one week before your San Juan to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Juan to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Juan to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport is 60 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 162 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from San Juan to MDE if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for your San Juan to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from San Juan to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
August is when most people book flights from San Juan to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE). Plan your visit to Medellin in April if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Lock in a San Juan to MDE plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Medellin to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
July has temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap tickets from San Juan to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Medellin
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Medellin right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from San Juan to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport:
EcoParque Comuna 13 and Palacio de Bellas Artes are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Medellin to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Museo comuna 13.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Colombia just waiting to be explored. Around 225 kilometres south-east of Medellin, a visit to Bogota will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Free Walking tour Bogotá de la Candelaria, Teatro Colon Bogota and Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City.
Bucaramanga is another sought-after destination in Colombia and is around 274 kilometres north-east of Medellin. No trip is complete without visiting Catedral de la Sagrada Familia, Panachi and Canon Del Chicamocha.
