Travelling from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Medellin: what you need to know
Medellin is ten hours 30 minutes behind Kolkata, where Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is located. Medellin runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your CCU to Medellin flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Kolkata, CCU can be reached in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near CCU. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Medellin or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport's on-time performance, data shows 75.9% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Medellin
$1,937 is currently the best price for a one-way Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Medellin flight. A return flight ticket starts from $3,330. These fares may change depending on availability.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from CCU to Medellin. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
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Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
The distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to central Medellin is roughly 24 kilometres. It'll take you about 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Medellin, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near MDE:
Follow your own route with a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Confort Rent a Car and discover more of Medellin and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from CCU to Medellin can help you get the lowest rate.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) is about 6 kilometres from the centre of Medellin. After your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Medellin, it'll take you around 15 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 30 minutes or so.
After stepping off your CCU to Medellin flight, settle in at a hotel close to EOH. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Why waste time waiting for a cab? An Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car lets you get going right away. Crank up the music and hit the road with a set of wheels from Confort Rent a Car or Green Motion.
Get the lowest price by booking your ride from EOH one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
Travel to Medellin during high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Medellin in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
When booking your Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Medellin flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Medellin, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 27ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from CCU 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 right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Medellin, check out our selection of hotels including:
Botero Plaza and Parque Arvi are just a couple of the major attractions to put on your Medellin must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Pueblito Paisa.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is just one of the many places in Colombia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Medellin. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
Cali is another essential stop in Colombia and is around 322 kilometres south of Medellin. No journey is complete without a visit to Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.
