Travelling from Benito Salas Airport (NVA) to Medellin: what you need to know
Medellin's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Neiva (the location of Benito Salas Airport).
Leave plenty of time to catch your NVA to Medellin flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
NVA is around 2 kilometres from central Neiva. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near NVA. Whether you have an early flight from Benito Salas Airport to Medellin or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are worth a look:
57.51% of flights that leave from Benito Salas Airport arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Benito Salas Airport (NVA) to Medellin
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Benito Salas Airport to Medellin flight is $144. The cheapest price for a return flight is $288. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from NVA to Medellin, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
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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 about 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Benito Salas Airport to Medellin. Book one of these accommodation options near MDE instead:
Pick up a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car and discover Medellin and beyond with your own wheels. Localiza, Green Motion and Confort Rent a Car are leading providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your ride from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from NVA to Medellin.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) is roughly 6 kilometres from central Medellin. After your flight from Benito Salas Airport to Medellin, it'll take you around 15 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 30 minutes.
Following your NVA to Medellin flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near EOH. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Touch down, collect your Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car, and drive off without missing a beat. Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion are top companies you can book with here.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from EOH one week in advance often means more savings and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
Before securing your flights from Benito Salas Airport to Medellin, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Medellin offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season brings better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Before locking in your Benito Salas Airport to Medellin flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Medellin, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 27ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from NVA to Medellin in July when temperatures average between 11ºC and 27ºC.
More about Medellin
Once you've booked your flight from Benito Salas Airport to Medellin, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Medellin:
Botero Plaza and Parque Arvi are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Medellin itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Pueblito Paisa.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Colombia you'll want to see. Around 241 kilometres south-east of Medellin, a visit to Bogota will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
Cali is another favourite destination in Colombia and is around 322 kilometres south of Medellin. No trip is complete without experiencing Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.