Flying from Medellin to Tokyo: what you need to know
Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Medellin. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Medellin to Tokyo taking off from here.
Touch down in Tokyo at Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT).
Tokyo's timezone is UTC+9, which makes Tokyo 14 hours ahead of Medellin.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your Medellin to Tokyo flight.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Tokyo
To pick up cheap Medellin to Tokyo flights, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
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Flying from Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Finding a stopover on your Medellin to Tokyo flight is simple. Whether you want to potentially save cash on your fare or explore a new city, just deselect 'Direct flights only' to explore your options. A popular stop when taking off from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport is John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
Central Medellin to MDE is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Want a handy hotel near Jose Maria Cordova International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Medellin to Tokyo, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, 69.76% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Arriving in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo takes around 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.
Consider staying in a hotel near HND if you have a late flight from Medellin to Tokyo. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Haneda Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and see more of Tokyo and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Haneda Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.
HND is situated at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
After your flight from Medellin to Tokyo has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in around 1 hour by car. Central Tokyo is approximately 56 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT).
After your flight from Medellin to Tokyo, unwind at a hotel near NRT. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Narita International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Hire and be off and running.
Lock in the best price by securing your ride from NRT four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
You can find Narita International Airport at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Medellin to Tokyo. April is the most popular month to visit Tokyo. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your Medellin to Tokyo ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
February has average temperatures of between 15ºC and 20ºC. Look for cheap flights from Medellin to Tokyo around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Tokyo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Tokyo right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Medellin to Tokyo:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are leading attractions which should be on every Tokyo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
You've done Tokyo, now it's time to explore other corners of Japan. Journey about 31 kilometres south-west to Yokohama to tick off its top sights. From Teishoin to Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 402 kilometres west of Tokyo, Osaka is another favourite stop in Japan. No visit is complete without checking out Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.