Flying from Jose Marti International Airport (HAV) to Medellin: what you need to know
The timezone in Medellin is UTC-5. The city is one hour behind Havana, where Jose Marti International Airport is located.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your HAV to Medellin flight.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tick a new city off your list. When searching for plane tickets from HAV to Medellin, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
HAV is around 13 kilometres from central Havana. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near HAV. Whether you've booked an early flight from Jose Marti International Airport to Medellin or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
Of all flights leaving Jose Marti International Airport, 78.04% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jose Marti International Airport (HAV) to Medellin
The best price we've found for a one-way Jose Marti International Airport to Medellin flight is $1,375. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,111. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from HAV to Medellin. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Jose Marti International Airport to Medellin across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to central Medellin takes about 35 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Jose Marti International Airport to Medellin. Book one of these accommodation options near MDE instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Confort Rent a Car and experience more of Medellin and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around one week before your flight from HAV to Medellin.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) is about 6 kilometres from the centre of Medellin. Once you've hopped off your flight from Jose Marti International Airport to Medellin, it'll take you around 15 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near EOH. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your HAV to Medellin flight at one of these well-located options:
Grab an Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car and take the scenic route to your next destination. You can choose from popular providers like Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from EOH one week in advance often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
Plan your trip to Medellin in high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Jose Marti International Airport to Medellin during low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Book a Jose Marti International Airport to Medellin plane ticket with a departure in August to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 11ºC to 27ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from HAV to Medellin in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Medellin
After booking your flight from Jose Marti International Airport to Medellin, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Medellin:
Botero Plaza and Parque Arvi are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your Medellin to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Pueblito Paisa.
Explore more of Colombia
You've visited Medellin, now it's time to explore more of Colombia. Journey about 241 kilometres south-east to Bogota to check off its must-visit sights. From Gold Museum to Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 322 kilometres south of Medellin, Cali is another essential stop in Colombia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.