Travelling from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Medellin: what you need to know
Medellin is five hours behind Bristol, where Bristol Airport is located. Medellin follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to get on your BRS to Medellin flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Stopovers offer the opportunity to discover a new place or just have a break during your trip. When looking for a flight ticket from BRS to Medellin, deselect 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) is one option.
BRS is about 11 kilometres from central Bristol. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near BRS. Whether you've booked an early flight from Bristol Airport to Medellin or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Bristol Airport, data shows 69.8% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Medellin
$871 is currently the best price for a one-way Bristol Airport to Medellin flight. A return flight ticket starts at $3,382. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from BRS to Medellin if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Bristol Airport to Medellin across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from BRS to Medellin by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Find a cheap flight from Bristol Airport to Medellin with the help of our filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to central Medellin takes about 35 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
Think about booking a hotel near MDE if you have a late flight from Bristol Airport to Medellin. Settle into one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Pick up a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car and discover Medellin and beyond with your own wheels. Localiza, Green Motion and Confort Rent a Car are well-known companies you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from BRS to Medellin.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) is around 6 kilometres from central Medellin. After your flight from Bristol Airport to Medellin, it'll take you around 15 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 30 minutes.
There are some great places to rest your head close to EOH. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your BRS to Medellin flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Grab an Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car and be in control of your journey. You can choose from top companies like Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion.
Snap up the best price by securing your ride from EOH one week in advance. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
Before securing your flights from Bristol Airport to Medellin, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Medellin offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season brings better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Medellin is August, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 27ºC. Book your Bristol Airport to Medellin flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from BRS to Medellin in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Medellin
Start your Medellin trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Bristol Airport to Medellin, browse our range of hotels including:
Botero Plaza and Parque Arvi are just a couple of the top attractions to put on your Medellin must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Pueblito Paisa.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Colombia just waiting to be explored. Around 241 kilometres south-east of Medellin, a visit to Bogota will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Colombia, head for Cali, roughly 322 kilometres south of Medellin. Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia are among the biggest draws.
