Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Medellin: what you need to know
The timezone in Medellin is UTC-5. The city is 16 hours behind Sydney, where Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located.
To avoid missing your SYD to Medellin flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. A good rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Sydney, SYD can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to SYD? If you're catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Medellin, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights leaving Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Medellin
The best price we've found for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Medellin flight is $1,482. The cheapest price for a return flight is $2,712. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from SYD to Medellin, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Medellin across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to the centre of Medellin takes about 35 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
Consider booking a hotel near MDE if you have a late flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Medellin. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Confort Rent a Car and discover more of Medellin and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport about one week before your flight from SYD to Medellin.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) is roughly 6 kilometres from central Medellin. Once you've hopped off your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Medellin, it'll take you around 15 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 30 minutes.
Following your SYD to Medellin flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near EOH. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Why wait around for a cab? An Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car lets you get going right away. Put on your favourite playlist and hit the open road with a set of wheels from Confort Rent a Car or Green Motion.
Get first dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from EOH one week ahead of time often means more savings and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Medellin. The city buzzes during high season, but prices are generally higher and attractions can be crowded. Visit Medellin in low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Medellin flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Medellin, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 27ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SYD to Medellin in July when temperatures average between 11ºC and 27ºC.
More about Medellin
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Medellin right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Medellin:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Botero Plaza, Parque Arvi and Pueblito Paisa are must-do's during your Medellin adventure.
Explore more of Colombia
You've visited Medellin, now it's time to explore other corners of Colombia. Travel about 241 kilometres south-east to Bogota to tick off its leading sights. From Gold Museum to Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 322 kilometres south of Medellin, Cali is another essential stop in Colombia. No visit is complete without checking out Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.