Flying from Medellin to El Eden International Airport (AXM): What you need to know
Medellin's main airport is Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE). Check out your options for departing from this base when reserving your flights from Medellin to El Eden International Airport (AXM).
The average duration of a direct Medellin to El Eden International Airport flight is 55 minutes.
El Eden International Airport is located in Armenia. The city's timezone is UTC-5 — the same as Medellin.
You can pick from 4 direct services each week between Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE) and El Eden International Airport (AXM). This is the busiest route, with AVIANCA offering a 4:57pm departure from MDE to AXM.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Medellin to AXM. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Popular months like January or other peak seasons mean longer lines and possible delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Medellin
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Medellin to El Eden International Airport (AXM) can be booked from this terminal.
When departing from MDE, you can take a direct flight from Medellin to El Eden International Airport with AVIANCA.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between MDE and AXM is Avianca.
Avianca leads the way in punctuality. A reliable 82.35% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.
Located around 32 kilometres from central Medellin, MDE can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Medellin to El Eden International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
76% of flights taking off from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
EOH is about 5 kilometres from central Medellin. It'll take you 15 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Medellin to AXM flight? Relax in a hotel near Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport before your break officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
About El Eden International Airport (AXM)
Have a late flight from Medellin to El Eden International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near AXM and turn out the lights sooner:
Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your Medellin to El Eden International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from El Eden International Airport (AXM) to central Armenia
El Eden International Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Armenia. It takes around 15 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It takes roughly 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to El Eden International Airport (AXM)
At the moment, $93 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Medellin to El Eden International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $187. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Medellin to AXM, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Medellin to El Eden International Airport (AXM)
March is the busiest month for flights from Medellin to El Eden International Airport (AXM). Visit Armenia in July for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Armenia is September, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your Medellin to AXM plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Medellin to El Eden International Airport in December when temperatures are between 11ºC and 24ºC.
More about Armenia
After booking your flight from Medellin to El Eden International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Armenia:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Plaza de Bolivar, Manantiales Park and Museo del Oro Quimbaya are highlights which should feature on any good Armenia itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
Armenia has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Colombia waiting to be discovered. Around 193 kilometres east of Armenia, a visit to Bogota will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Teatro Colon Bogota, Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City and Museum of Contemporary Art of Bogota.
Cali is another favourite destination in Colombia and is around 137 kilometres southwest of Armenia. No journey is complete without a visit to Cristo Rey, El Retiro Park and Parque Simón Bolívar.