Travelling from Medellin to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Planning your trip starts with working out where you'll leave from in Medellin. Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Medellin to Philadelphia jetting off from here.
Touch down at Philadelphia's primary gateway, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).
Medellin and Philadelphia share the same timezone, UTC-5.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your Medellin to Philadelphia flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like December. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Philadelphia
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Medellin to Philadelphia flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
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Flying from Medellin
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Medellin to Philadelphia flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL)
MDE is about 18 kilometres from central Medellin. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Medellin to Philadelphia? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport:
76% of flights that take off from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Philadelphia. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes around 20 minutes.
It usually takes 30 minutes to get there on public transport.
Book a hotel near PHL if you're coming in on a late flight from Medellin to Philadelphia. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Philadelphia International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Philadelphia and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks before your travel date.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Central Philadelphia is approximately 48 kilometres from Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN). Once your flight from Medellin to Philadelphia has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 40 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 35 minutes.
You'll find some great places to lay your head close to TTN. Kick back after your Medellin to Philadelphia flight at any of these well-located options:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, National or Enterprise and get going in the blink of an eye.
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from TTN four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
The address for Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport is Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Medellin to Philadelphia. August is the most popular month to visit Philadelphia. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in March.
The warmest month in Philadelphia is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 32ºC. Book your Medellin to Philadelphia ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Medellin to Philadelphia in January when temperatures average between -7ºC and 9ºC.
More about Philadelphia
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Philadelphia right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Medellin to Philadelphia:
Independence Hall and Liberty Bell are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your Philadelphia must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Explore more of the United States
New York is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Philadelphia. Around 129 kilometres to the northeast, check out popular attractions including Central Park, Statue of Liberty and The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
If there's time to check out another corner of the United States, head for Boston, roughly 434 kilometres northeast of Philadelphia. Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Freedom Trail and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are among the biggest draws.