Traveling from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) to Medellin: what you need to know
Medellin is two hours ahead of Las Vegas, where Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) is located. Medellin follows the UTC-5 timezone.
For a relaxed start to your LAS to Medellin flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Heading away during a peak time like a public holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight ticket from LAS to Medellin. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Located around 10 kilometers from central Las Vegas, LAS can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Traveling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Searching for a hotel near LAS? If you're boarding an early flight from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Medellin, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
82.07% of flights departing from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) land at their destination on time. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of LAS.
LAS is located at 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) to Medellin
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Medellin flight is $210. The cheapest price for a return flight is $557. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from LAS to Medellin, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
Landing cheap tickets from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Medellin is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to get the lowest prices across the month and bag an epic deal.
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Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is around 24 kilometers from the center of Medellin. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near MDE if you have a late flight from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Medellin. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Confort Rent a Car and discover more of Medellin and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from LAS to Medellin.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) is about 6 kilometers from central Medellin. Following your flight from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Medellin, it'll take you around 15 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near EOH. Unwind and get cozy after your LAS to Medellin flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Why wait around? An Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car lets you start exploring right away. Put on your favorite playlist and hit the road with a set of wheels from Confort Rent a Car or Green Motion.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from EOH one week ahead of time often means better deals and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
Plan your trip to Medellin during high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Medellin in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Before booking a Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran 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 (52ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from LAS to Medellin around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Medellin
Start your Medellin trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) to Medellin, explore our selection of hotels including:
Botero Plaza and Parque Arvi are a couple of top attractions to put on your Medellin travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Pueblito Paisa.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Medellin. Around 241 kilometers away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Colombia, consider Cali, roughly 322 kilometers south of Medellin. Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia are key highlights.
