Travelling from Tampa to Medellin: what you need to know
Planning your trip begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Tampa. Tampa International Airport (TPA) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Tampa to Medellin taking off from here.
Come in for landing at Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE), the chief entry point to Medellin.
The timezone in Medellin is UTC-5, which is one hour behind Tampa.
Leave enough time to get on your Tampa to Medellin flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Medellin
To pick up cheap Tampa to Medellin flights, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
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Flying from Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
TPA is around 8 kilometres from central Tampa. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.
After an easy start to your travels? Stay near Tampa International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Tampa to Medellin or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Tampa International Airport, 78.59% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.
Arriving in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to central Medellin takes around 35 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Tampa to Medellin. Book one of these accommodation options near MDE instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Confort Rent a Car and explore beyond Medellin's main sights.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around one week in advance of your Tampa to Medellin flight.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
The centre of Medellin is about 3 kilometres from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). Once your flight from Tampa to Medellin has hit the runway 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 approximately 30 minutes.
Why waste time waiting for a cab? An Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car lets you get going right away. Crank up the music and hit the highway with a set of wheels from Confort Rent a Car or Green Motion.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride one week before your arrival at EOH can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Medellin
August is the busiest month for flights from Tampa to Medellin. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Medellin in April.
When booking your Tampa to Medellin tickets, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Medellin, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 27ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Tampa to Medellin in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. 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 top stays in Medellin right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Tampa to Medellin:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Parque Arvi, Botero Plaza and Pueblito Paisa are top sights which should feature on every Medellin itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Colombia just waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometres south-east of Medellin, a trip to Bogota will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
Around 322 kilometres south of Medellin, Cali is another favourite stop in Colombia. Start your sightseeing at Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.
