Flying from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to New York: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to New York is 5 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in New York is UTC-4. The city is one hour ahead of Medellin, where Jose Maria Cordova International Airport is located.
The most popular route is from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). You can choose from nine weekly services between these two airports. AVIANCA offers a 17:00 departure between MDE and JFK.
Give yourself enough time to get on your MDE to New York flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
You can book a direct Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to New York ticket. Start your journey at MDE and touch down at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
AVIANCA is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to New York.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for plane tickets from MDE to New York, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
MDE is about 18 kilometres from central Medellin. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near MDE. Whether you've booked an early flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to New York or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
69.76% of flights taking off from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to New York
₹ 18,432 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to New York flight. A round-trip ticket right now is ₹ 31,597. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Lock in cheap flights from MDE to New York by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The best month for picking up cheap Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to New York tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The distance from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to New York. Reserve one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:
Grab a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car and discover New York and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Dollar and Sixt are leading providers you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from MDE to New York.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
The centre of New York is around 24 kilometres from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). After your flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to New York has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 30 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 10 minutes or so.
After stepping off your MDE to New York flight, kick back at a hotel close to EWR. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up a Newark Liberty International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare availability and rates from Dollar, Budget and Thrifty.
Snap up a deal by reserving your ride from EWR three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Newark Liberty International Airport is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is about 18 kilometres from central New York. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre in a ride-share or taxi after your flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to New York.
Public transport can take you there in roughly 1 hour.
If you don't want to make the journey to the centre, choose a hotel close to LGA. Settle in at one of these stays after your MDE to New York flight:
Start your trip without stressing about how to arrive at your destination with a LaGuardia Airport rental car. You can book with reliable companies here like Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty.
Plan ahead and pocket the savings. Book your ride from LGA two weeks before your flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to New York for the lowest prices.
LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
Travel to New York in high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to New York during low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
When booking your Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to New York plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 30ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MDE to New York in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 8ºC.
More about New York
Start your New York trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to New York, check out our selection of hotels including:
Central Park and Statue of Liberty are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your New York itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Empire State Building.
Explore more of United States
New York has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be discovered. About 129 kilometres south-west of New York, a visit to Philadelphia will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Boston is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 306 kilometres north-east of New York. No journey is complete without seeing Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.