Travelling from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE): what you need to know
Medellin's timezone is UTC-5, making Medellin one hour behind Durham.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your RDU to MDE flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between RDU and MDE include:
Miami International Airport
Orlando International Airport
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Currently, $213 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $501. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from RDU to MDE. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from RDU to MDE by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 80.09% of flights that depart RDU reach their destination on time.
To reach Raleigh-Durham International Airport from central Durham, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to RDU:
Arriving at Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
If you're landing on a late Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near MDE:
Explore without limits with a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Confort Rent a Car and chase adventure across Medellin and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport about one week in advance.
Getting from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to central Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from the centre of Medellin. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
The quietest month for a flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Medellin based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Medellin during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11ºC and 27ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 11ºC and 27ºC. Look for cheap tickets from RDU to MDE sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Colombia waiting to be explored. Around 241 kilometres south-east of Medellin, a visit to Bogota will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
Cali is another well-known destination in Colombia and is around 322 kilometres south of Medellin. No trip is complete without a visit to Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.
