Flying from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Medellin: what you need to know
Washington Dulles International Airport is located in Washington DC. Following the UTC-5 timezone, Medellin is one hour behind Washington DC.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your IAD to Medellin flight.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from IAD to Medellin with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Located around 40 kilometres from central Washington DC, IAD can be reached in about 50 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Medellin? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to IAD:
Of all flights leaving Washington Dulles International Airport, 74.39% arrive on time at their destination.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Medellin
₹ 11,105 is currently the best price for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Medellin flight. Return flight tickets start at ₹ 26,643. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from IAD to Medellin, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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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 catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to MDE if you have a late flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Medellin. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Confort Rent a Car and find adventure across Medellin and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from IAD to Medellin.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
The centre of Medellin is about 6 kilometres from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). After your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Medellin has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 15 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in about 30 minutes.
After stepping off your IAD to Medellin flight, unwind at a hotel near EOH. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Land, grab your Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car, and drive away without missing a beat. Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from EOH one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
Before securing your flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Medellin, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Medellin offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while low season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Book a Washington Dulles International Airport to Medellin flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC to 27ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IAD to Medellin in July when temperatures average between 11ºC and 27ºC.
More about Medellin
Start your Medellin trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Medellin, browse our selection of hotels including:
Botero Plaza and Parque Arvi are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your Medellin travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Pueblito Paisa.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Colombia just waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometres south-east of Medellin, a trip to Bogota will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights 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. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.