Travelling from Vancouver to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE): What you need to know
Medellin is three hours ahead of Vancouver. Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport is located in Medellin, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
Your flight from Vancouver to MDE won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
YVR is about 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your break? Stay near Vancouver International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Vancouver to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
When it comes to Vancouver International Airport's on-time performance, 71.77% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base (CXH)
CXH is around 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. It takes 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 10 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Vancouver to MDE flight? Relax in a hotel near Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base before your break officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Abbotsford International Airport (YXX)
The journey time to YXX from the centre of Vancouver is around 2 hours 30 minutes by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 72 kilometres or so.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay near Abbotsford International Airport and know you'll reach your boarding gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Vancouver to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport flight:
The on-time performance rate of YXX is 68%. In other words, that's how often flights departing this airport reach their final stop as planned.
About Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
Have a late flight from Vancouver to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near MDE and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
Grab a Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport rental car and explore Medellin and beyond with your own set of wheels. Localiza, Green Motion and Confort Rent a Car are well-known companies you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle around one week ahead of your Vancouver to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport flight.
Getting from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE) to central Medellin
From Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport, central Medellin is around 32 kilometres away. It takes about 45 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
At the moment, $523 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $990. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Vancouver to MDE, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
Think about the pace you're looking for when picking your flight dates. September is the quietest month to go to Medellin. December is when most people book flights from Vancouver to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
Book a Vancouver to MDE plane ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Medellin to range from 11ºC to 27ºC.
July has temperatures of between 11ºC and 27ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Medellin
Start your Medellin trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
EcoParque Comuna 13 and Palacio de Bellas Artes are a couple of top attractions to add to your Medellin itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Museo comuna 13.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Colombia waiting to be explored. About 225 kilometres southeast of Medellin, a trip to Bogota will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Free Walking tour Bogotá de la Candelaria., Teatro Colon Bogota and Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City.
Bucaramanga is another standout destination in Colombia and is around 274 kilometres northeast of Medellin. No trip is complete without a visit to Catedral de la Sagrada Familia, Panachi and Canon Del Chicamocha.