Flying from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Medellin: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Medellin and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 40 minutes.
Medellin's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Quito (the location of Mariscal Sucre International Airport).
With four weekly flights between the two airports, Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is the busiest route. Hop on AVIANCA's 19:15 flight to get your trip from UIO to MDE underway.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your UIO to Medellin flight.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Direct Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Medellin tickets are available for booking. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is where you'll disembark.
Check out the deals with AVIANCA. This airline operates direct flights from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Medellin.
UIO is about 13 kilometres from central Quito. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 2 hours 10 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to UIO? If you're boarding an early flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Medellin, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Mariscal Sucre International Airport has a strong on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from UIO land at their destination as scheduled 88.71% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Medellin
₹ 18,177 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Medellin flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is ₹ 33,303. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To snag cheap flights from UIO to Medellin, book your trip six months before your departure date.
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Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to the centre of Medellin takes around 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
Think about booking a hotel close to MDE if you have a late flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Medellin. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Confort Rent a Car and discover more of Medellin and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from UIO to Medellin.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
The centre of Medellin is around 6 kilometres from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). Once your flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Medellin has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 15 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 30 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to EOH. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your UIO to Medellin flight:
Land, collect your Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car, and drive off without missing a beat. Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion are top outlets to pick from here.
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from EOH one week ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
Travel to Medellin in high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Medellin in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Lock in a Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Medellin plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 11ºC to 27ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 11ºC and 27ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from UIO to Medellin around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Medellin
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Medellin right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Medellin:
Botero Plaza and Parque Arvi are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Medellin itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Pueblito Paisa.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Colombia just waiting to be explored. About 241 kilometres south-east of Medellin, a visit to Bogota will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Colombia, consider Cali, about 322 kilometres south of Medellin. Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia are among the biggest draws.
