Flying from Palonegro International Airport (BGA) to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Palonegro International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport is 55 minutes.
Bucaramanga and Medellin follow the same timezone, UTC-5.
Every week, there are 113 Palonegro International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport flights. If you want to take off as soon as possible, select the 06:19 AVIANCA flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 19:44 with AVIANCA.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your BGA to MDE flight.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetting into Medellin (and then exploring more of Colombia!) is a snap with AVIANCA. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Palonegro International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with AVIANCA on this route.
The most punctual carrier operating BGA to MDE flights is AVIANCA. Its services arrive as planned 78.26% of the time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Palonegro International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between BGA and MDE:
El Dorado International Airport
Rafael Nunez International Airport
Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Palonegro International Airport (BGA) to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Palonegro International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport flight is $49. A return fare right now is $89. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from BGA to MDE by booking at least five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Palonegro International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Handy information about Palonegro International Airport (BGA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Palonegro International Airport, data shows 64.49% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Bucaramanga to Palonegro International Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Need a handy hotel close to BGA? If you've booked an early flight from Palonegro International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Consider booking a hotel close to MDE if you're catching a late Palonegro International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car and explore Medellin and beyond with your own wheels. Localiza, Green Motion and Confort Rent a Car are well-known companies you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport about one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to central Medellin
From Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, Medellin is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Palonegro International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Medellin. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Palonegro International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Medellin, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 27ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BGA to MDE in July. Average temperatures are between 11ºC and 27ºC then.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin has loads to offer, 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 move. Start with attractions like Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
Around 322 kilometres south of Medellin, Cali is another favourite stop in Colombia. No visit is complete without checking out Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.