Travelling from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Medellin: what you need to know
Medellin is two hours ahead of Denver, where Denver International Airport is located. Medellin follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your DEN to Medellin flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for plane tickets from DEN to Medellin, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
DEN is about 31 kilometres from central Denver. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 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 35 minutes.
Looking for a place to stay before your flight from Denver International Airport to Medellin? Consider The Westin Denver International Airport. Enjoy a good night's rest here before heading to DEN.
Denver International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from DEN land at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
DEN is located at 8500 Pena Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Medellin
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Denver International Airport to Medellin flight is ₹ 20,443. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 47,422. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from DEN to Medellin, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
Scoring cheap tickets from Denver International Airport to Medellin is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to access the lowest fares throughout the month and land a sweet deal.
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Find an affordable flight from Denver International Airport to Medellin with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Medellin
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Medellin. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 45 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Denver International Airport to Medellin, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near MDE:
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport around one week before your flight from DEN to Medellin.
Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Central Medellin is located around 5 kilometres from Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). Once your flight from Denver International Airport to Medellin has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 15 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 25 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to EOH. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your DEN to Medellin flight:
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride one week ahead of your arrival at EOH will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Medellin
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Denver International Airport to Medellin. January is the most popular month for a trip to Medellin. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in December.
When booking your Denver International Airport to Medellin plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Medellin, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC to 27ºC.
December sees average temperatures of between 9ºC and 24ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from DEN to Medellin around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
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 options as soon as you've booked your flight from Denver International Airport to Medellin:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Palacio de Bellas Artes, EcoParque Comuna 13 and Museo comuna 13 are top sights which should feature on every Medellin itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be explored after you've seen Medellin. Around 241 kilometres away to the southeast, well-known attractions include Teatro Colon Bogota, Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City and Museum of Contemporary Art of Bogota.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Colombia, consider Cali, roughly 322 kilometres south of Medellin. Cristo Rey, El Retiro Park and Parque Simón Bolívar are among its highlights.
