Flying from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Medellin: what you need to know
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport is located in San Jose. Based in the UTC-5 timezone, Medellin is two hours ahead of San Jose.
To avoid rushing for your SJC to Medellin flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Travelling from central San Jose to SJC takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a hotel near SJC? If you've booked an early flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Medellin, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
84.69% of flights departing from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when setting off from SJC.
SJC's address is 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.
How to find the cheapest flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Medellin
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Medellin flight is $609. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,592. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap flight from SJC to Medellin. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Medellin across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Medellin. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Medellin. Book one of these accommodation options near MDE instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Confort Rent a Car and see more of Medellin and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from SJC to Medellin.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
The centre of Medellin is about 6 kilometres from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). Once your flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Medellin has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 15 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 30 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near EOH. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your SJC to Medellin flight:
Land, grab your Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car, and drive off without missing a beat. Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion are well-known companies to pick from here.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from EOH one week ahead of time often means more savings and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Medellin. The city comes alive in peak season, but hotel prices are generally higher and attractions can get crowded. Visit Medellin in the low season if you like a quieter vibe.
Lock in a Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Medellin flight ticket with a departure in August to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC to 27ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from SJC to Medellin in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Medellin
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Medellin right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Medellin:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Botero Plaza, Parque Arvi and Pueblito Paisa are essential stops on your Medellin itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
You've done Medellin, now it's time to explore other corners of Colombia. Travel around 241 kilometres south-east to Bogota to tick off its must-visit sights. From Gold Museum to Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Cali is another favourite destination in Colombia and is around 322 kilometres south of Medellin. No journey is complete without visiting Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.
