Travelling from Los Angeles to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE): what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll catch your flight from Los Angeles to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE). Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are Los Angeles's main airports.
Medellin is 2 hours ahead of Los Angeles. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport is located in Medellin, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Los Angeles to MDE, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
With more people on the move during peak months like July, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will allow extra time for delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like July Fourth.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Los Angeles to MDE. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
The distance from central Los Angeles to LAX is about 32 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether you plan to drive or take public transport.
Catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near Los Angeles International Airport:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Los Angeles to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your list. Whatever your plans, check out these stops between Van Nuys Airport and MDE:
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Los Angeles to VNY in about 1 hour and 41 minutes. The airport is roughly 32 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 34 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Los Angeles to MDE, stay in one of these hotels near Van Nuys Airport:
About Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Consider booking a hotel close to MDE if you're catching a late flight from Los Angeles to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to central Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from central Medellin. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 36 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport is ₹ 15,247. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 36,046. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get flight tickets from Los Angeles to MDE. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare the prices of tickets from Los Angeles to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport across each month. The lowest fares are marked in green, making it easy to choose a flight that fits your budget.
Set up a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through email or push notifications. We'll let you know when the fares drop. Timing is key for finding flight tickets from Los Angeles to MDE.
Personalise your trip by applying filters. Adjust the duration, number of stops, and departure and arrival times to find the right flight from Los Angeles to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' options first.
The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
August is the busiest month to board a flight from Los Angeles to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Medellin, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Before locking in your flight from Los Angeles to MDE, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Medellin, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC to 27ºC.
Travel in July for cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between 11ºC and 27ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Los Angeles to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport.
More about Medellin
Start your Medellin trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Parque Arvi and Comuna 13 are just two of the major attractions to add to your Medellin to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Botero Plaza.
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Get behind the wheel of one of our car rentals in Medellin and see the sights on your own terms. Easily compare prices from trusted providers in one place after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Los Angeles to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport.
