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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Medellin to Mexico City? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Medellin to Mexico City flights are currently cheapest in April.

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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Medellin to Mexico City? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Medellin to Mexico City: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found266 €
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time4 hrs, 26 mins
Most popular airlineAeromexico
Average flights per week14

Finding cheap flights from Medellin to Mexico City: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Mexico City: Mexico City Juarez International, Felipe Angeles International and Toluca.
The best price we found for a return flight from Medellin to Mexico City is 266 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 26 minutes is the average flight time from Medellin to Mexico City.
Aeromexico and Avianca fly direct from Medellin to Mexico City.
As of April 2025, there are 56 flights per week flying from Medellin to Mexico City.
The cheapest month to fly from Medellin to Mexico City is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Medellin, the cheapest airport near Mexico City is Mexico City Juarez International – which is 6.4 km away from the centre of Mexico City. We've found flights into this airport from 266 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Medellin to Mexico City on Wednesday, 21 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 26 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Mexico City but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Mexico City is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 17°C. June is typically the warmest month in Mexico City, when it usually averages around 24°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is September.
The cheapest airline that flies to Mexico City is Avianca .

Travelling from Medellin to Mexico City: what you need to know

  • Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is Medellin's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Medellin to Mexico City taking off from here.

  • Hop off your plane in Mexico City at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU).

  • 4 hours 30 minutes is the time it takes on average for a direct flight from Medellin to Mexico City. Following the UTC-6 timezone, Mexico City is 1 hour behind Medellin.

  • Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are 24 weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Medellin to Mexico City is with AVIANCA at 22:30. Opt for the first MDE to MEX departure operated by Aeromexico at 02:00 if you're more of an early bird.

  • Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Medellin to Mexico City. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • You can travel to Mexico for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from Colombia. But before reserving your cheap flight from Medellin to Mexico City, make sure you have the most up-to-date information. Visa rules can change, and you may require some travel documents if your trip is for work or other reasons.

Flying from Medellin

Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)

  • If you're looking for a direct flight from Medellin to Mexico City, they're available from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE). Get from MDE to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) without any stops.

  • Aeromexico is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Medellin to Mexico City leaving from MDE.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Medellin to Mexico City. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these airports:

    • El Dorado International Airport (BOG)

    • Tocumen International Airport (PTY)

    • Cancun International Airport (CUN)

  • Central Medellin to MDE is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 36 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • Have an early flight from Medellin to Mexico City? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport:

Arriving in Mexico City

Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)

  • Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City is roughly 8 kilometres. It'll take you about 24 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 57 minutes.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Medellin to Mexico City, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near MEX:

Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)

  • Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) is roughly 40 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. Once you've disembarked your flight from Medellin to Mexico City, allow for a drive time of approximately 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city.

  • You can also travel using public transport, which will take about 1 hour and 46 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Mexico City

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Medellin to Mexico City is 161 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 266 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.

  • Book 2 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from Medellin to Mexico City.

  • October is the cheapest month for tickets from Medellin to Mexico City. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from Medellin to Mexico City. You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped. We'll update you the moment the price changes.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Medellin to Mexico City.

Best time to go to Mexico City

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Medellin to Mexico City. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Mexico City in April.

  • The warmest month in Mexico City is April, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Medellin to Mexico City in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • Look for cheap tickets from Medellin to Mexico City in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC and 23ºC on average.

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