Travelling from Medellin to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO): what you need to know
Medellin's main base, Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Medellin to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO).
Hop on a direct flight from Medellin to Mariscal Sucre International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 40 minutes.
Quito's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Medellin. Mariscal Sucre International Airport is located in Quito.
The busiest route is from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO), with 33 direct services every week. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MDE to UIO is the 21:45 Avianca option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 21:45 with Avianca.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Medellin to UIO.
Popular months like August or other peak periods mean bigger queues and potential delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Get to your destination in one go from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE). Direct flights from Medellin to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) can be booked from here.
When leaving from MDE, you can take a direct flight from Medellin to Mariscal Sucre International Airport with Avianca.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Medellin to UIO. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE). Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
MDE is roughly 24 kilometres from central Medellin. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will show you the fastest route and available public transport options.
Looking for a handy hotel close to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Medellin to Mariscal Sucre International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
About Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
Consider booking a hotel close to UIO if you're catching a late flight from Medellin to Mariscal Sucre International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to central Quito
Mariscal Sucre International Airport to the centre of Quito is about 45 minutes in a car. It's approximately 40 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours and 11 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
Lock in a one-way ticket from Medellin to Mariscal Sucre International Airport from 140 € or travel return from just 268 €. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
You're more likely to score cheap tickets from Medellin to UIO if you book 8 months before takeoff. We crunched the flight price data and found that's when fares for this journey tend to be at their lowest.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Medellin to Mariscal Sucre International Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices across every month.
Set up a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through email or push notifications. We'll let you know when the fares drop. Good timing makes all the difference when searching for cheap tickets from Medellin to UIO.
Personalise your trip using filters. Adjust the number of stops, duration, and arrival and departure times to find the right flight from Medellin to Mariscal Sucre International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' options first.
The best time to fly from Medellin to Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
April is the quietest time to fly to Quito. Alternatively, join the crowds and get away in August. This is the busiest month for flights from Medellin to Mariscal Sucre International Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Book your flight from Medellin to UIO for August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Quito to range from 7ºC to 19ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 7ºC and 18ºC. Search for cheap flights from Medellin to Mariscal Sucre International Airport sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Quito
After locking in your flight from Medellin to Mariscal Sucre International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Quito:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Quito is to visit its top attractions. Highlights include Quito Old Town, Basilica del Voto Nacional and El Panecillo.
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