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.
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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.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Medellin to Mexico City, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Zocalo and Chapultepec Park are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Mexico City itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at National Museum of Anthropology.
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