Flying from Buenos Aires to Medellin: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Buenos Aires to Medellin. Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) and Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) are the main airports in Buenos Aires.
Disembark at Medellin's primary gateway, Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE).
The average duration of a direct Buenos Aires to Medellin flight is 6 hours 45 minutes.
Medellin's timezone is UTC-5, making Medellin two hours behind Buenos Aires.
Leave enough time to catch your Buenos Aires to Medellin flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to Medellin
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Flying from Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to explore a new city or just take a break during your trip. When searching for a Buenos Aires to Medellin flight, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) is an option if you're setting off from Jorge Newbery Airport.
AEP is around 6 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Buenos Aires to Medellin? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Jorge Newbery Airport:
83.76% of flights departing from Jorge Newbery Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of AEP.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
You can take a direct flight from Buenos Aires to Medellin out of Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE). Start your journey at EZE and come in for landing at Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE).
AVIANCA offers direct Buenos Aires to Medellin plane tickets from EZE. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat and arrive at your destination in one go.
Break up your Buenos Aires to Medellin flight with a stop so you can freshen up or tick another place off your list. Top stopovers between Ministro Pistarini Airport and Medellin are:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
EZE is around 27 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 10 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Buenos Aires to Medellin, kick back in one of these hotels near Ministro Pistarini Airport:
Ministro Pistarini Airport has a track record for punctuality. 84% of flights departing here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
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 reach the centre driving.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Buenos Aires to Medellin. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MDE instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Confort Rent a Car and explore beyond Medellin's usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport about one week ahead of your Buenos Aires to Medellin flight.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Once your flight from Buenos Aires to Medellin has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 15 minutes by car. Central Medellin is roughly 3 kilometres from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
Pick up an Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car and take the scenic route to your next destination. You can choose from trusted rental outlets like Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion.
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride one week ahead of your arrival at EOH will save you money.
Best time to go to Medellin
April is the quietest month for flights from Buenos Aires to Medellin, while August is the most popular. Find the ideal time to visit Medellin based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your Buenos Aires to Medellin tickets, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Medellin, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 27ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Buenos Aires to Medellin in July when temperatures average between 11ºC and 27ºC.
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 Buenos Aires to Medellin, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Parque Arvi, Botero Plaza and Pueblito Paisa are highlights which should be on every Medellin itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Colombia waiting to be explored. About 241 kilometres south-east of Medellin, a visit to Bogota will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like 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 the biggest draws.