Travelling from Sacramento to Medellin: what you need to know
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is Sacramento's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Sacramento to Medellin leaving from here.
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is where you'll be landing in Medellin.
Medellin is two hours ahead of Sacramento and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your Sacramento to Medellin flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Medellin
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Sacramento to Medellin flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when looking for your plane ticket from Sacramento to Medellin.
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Flying from Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Stopovers are a great opportunity to explore a new place or just have a break during your journey. When looking for a Sacramento to Medellin flight, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Miami International Airport (MIA) is one option if you're flying out of Sacramento International Airport.
SMF is about 14 kilometres from central Sacramento. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Need a hotel to stay at before your flight from Sacramento to Medellin? Consider Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas. Get a good night's rest here before making your way to Sacramento International Airport.
82.15% of flights departing from Sacramento International Airport touch down at their destination on time. With its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from SMF.
The address for SMF is 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
The distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to central Medellin is roughly 18 kilometres. It'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Sacramento to Medellin, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near MDE:
Pick up a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car and explore Medellin and beyond with your own set of wheels. Localiza, Green Motion and Confort Rent a Car are leading providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport about one week ahead of your Sacramento to Medellin flight.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Central Medellin is approximately 3 kilometres from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). As soon as your flight from Sacramento to Medellin has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 15 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take around 30 minutes.
Land, collect your Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car, and hit the road without skipping a beat. Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion are leading outlets to pick from here.
Get first dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from EOH one week ahead of time often means more savings and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
April is the quietest month for flights from Sacramento to Medellin, while August is the most popular. Find the best time to go to Medellin based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Sacramento to Medellin ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Medellin to range from 11ºC to 27ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Sacramento to Medellin in July when temperatures average between 11ºC and 27ºC.
More about Medellin
After booking your flight from Sacramento to Medellin, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Medellin:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Parque Arvi, Botero Plaza and Pueblito Paisa are essential stops on your Medellin itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is just one of the many places in Colombia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Medellin. Around 241 kilometres to the south-east, top sights here include Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Colombia, head for Cali, about 322 kilometres south of Medellin. Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia are among its highlights.
