Flying from Medellin to Cucuta Camilo Daza International Airport (CUC): What you need to know
Kick off your travels at one of Medellin's main airports, Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE) or Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). Explore your options for booking a flight from Medellin to Cucuta Camilo Daza International Airport (CUC) departing from either of these.
Jump on a direct Medellin to Cucuta Camilo Daza International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 10 minutes.
Medellin and Cucuta (where Cucuta Camilo Daza International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch on arrival.
The most popular route is from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE) to Cucuta Camilo Daza International Airport (CUC), with 19 direct weekly services. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from MDE to CUC is the 4:36am JetSMART option. If a later start suits your schedule, the final departure is at 8:44pm with AVIANCA.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Medellin to CUC.
Flying during a peak time such as January? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight 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 Cucuta Camilo Daza International Airport (CUC) leave from this terminal.
When leaving from MDE, you can take a direct flight from Medellin to Cucuta Camilo Daza International Airport with AVIANCA.
The most frequently booked airline between MDE and CUC is Avianca.
With 69.31% of its services landing as planned, Avianca is the top on-time carrier on this route.
The journey from central Medellin to MDE takes around 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Medellin to Cucuta Camilo Daza International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by staying at one of these stays near Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport:
Of all flights leaving Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport, 76% arrive on time at their destination.
Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
You can book a direct Medellin to Cucuta Camilo Daza International Airport (CUC) plane ticket with departures from Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). Work out whether departing from EOH makes the most sense for you.
Board your direct flight from Medellin to CUC with EasyFly. This is one of the main carriers that operates this route out of EOH.
EasyFly is the most popular choice for passengers flying from EOH to CUC.
EOH is around 5 kilometres from central Medellin. It'll take you 15 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 25 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Medellin to CUC flight? Relax in a hotel near Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
About Cucuta Camilo Daza International Airport (CUC)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Medellin to Cucuta Camilo Daza International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near CUC instead:
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Medellin to Cucuta Camilo Daza International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Cucuta Camilo Daza International Airport (CUC) to central Cucuta
Cucuta Camilo Daza International Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Cucuta. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Cucuta Camilo Daza International Airport (CUC)
Currently, $25 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Medellin to Cucuta Camilo Daza International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $51. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from Medellin to CUC, book your ticket two months before your departure date.
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The best time to fly from Medellin to Cucuta Camilo Daza International Airport (CUC)
November is when most people book flights from Medellin to Cucuta Camilo Daza International Airport (CUC). Plan your visit to Cucuta in May if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Cucuta is September, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 36ºC. Lock in your Medellin to CUC plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Medellin to Cucuta Camilo Daza International Airport in January when temperatures are between 17ºC and 34ºC.
More about Cucuta
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Cucuta right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Medellin to Cucuta Camilo Daza International Airport:
Nacional Park and El Malecón Cúcuta are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your Cucuta must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Cristo Rey monument.
Explore more of Colombia
Bucaramanga is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be explored after you've seen Cucuta. Around 113 kilometres away to the southwest, popular attractions include Catedral de la Sagrada Familia, Panachi and Canon Del Chicamocha.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Colombia, head for Valledupar, roughly 290 kilometres north of Cucuta. La Casa en el Aire, Parque and pueblito Vallenato are among the biggest draws.