Flying from Fort Lauderdale to Medellin: what you need to know
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is Fort Lauderdale's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Medellin departing from here.
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is the primary arrival point in Medellin.
Around 3 hours 25 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Fort Lauderdale to Medellin flight.
The timezone in Medellin is UTC-5, which is one hour behind Fort Lauderdale.
The most popular route for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Medellin is Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to {"defaultCase":"Jose Maria Cordova International Airport","accusativeCase":"Jose Maria Cordova International Airport","nominativeCase":"Jose Maria Cordova International Airport","dativeCase":"Jose Maria Cordova International Airport"} (MDE). You'll find 15 services that connect the two airports each week.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your Fort Lauderdale to Medellin flight.
Popular months like July or holiday periods such as spring break and Christmas will mean longer waits at security and check-in. Play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and four hours ahead of an international departure is a wise idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Medellin
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Medellin is £50. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £137. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Book two months before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Fort Lauderdale to Medellin flights.
The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Medellin is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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Flying from Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Set off from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) on a nonstop flight from Fort Lauderdale to Medellin. From FLL, you can fly directly into Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE).
Pick from a variety of airlines that offer direct Fort Lauderdale to Medellin plane tickets out of FLL. Book your seat with one of these:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Fort Lauderdale to Medellin flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
El Eden Airport (AXM)
Alfonso B. Aragon Airport (CLO)
FLL is about 3 miles from central Fort Lauderdale. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to Medellin or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
73.74% of flights leaving from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport land at their destination on time.
You'll find FLL at 320 Terminal Drive.
Arriving in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to central Medellin takes around 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 11 miles away.
Consider staying in a hotel close to MDE if you're coming in on a late flight from Fort Lauderdale to Medellin. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Confort Rent a Car and find adventure across Medellin and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around one week in advance of your Fort Lauderdale to Medellin flight.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Central Medellin is approximately 2 miles from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). As soon as your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Medellin has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 15 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in approximately 30 minutes.
Land, collect your Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car, and drive off without missing a beat. Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion are leading outlets to pick from here.
Snap up the best price by booking your ride from EOH one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
April is the quietest month for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Medellin, while August is the most popular. Work out the best time to go to Medellin based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a Fort Lauderdale to Medellin ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Medellin to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Search for cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to Medellin around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Medellin
Once you've booked your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Medellin, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Medellin:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza are attractions you won't want to skip in Medellin.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is just one of the many places in Colombia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Medellin. Around 150 miles to the south-east, its top attractions include Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
Cali is another sought-after destination in Colombia and is around 200 miles south of Medellin. No journey is complete without experiencing Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.