Traveling from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG): what you need to know
Around 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to El Dorado International Airport.
Medellin and Bogota follow the same timezone, UTC-5.
You can choose from 3,525 weekly Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to El Dorado International Airport flights. The 01:47 departure with LATAM Airlines is the earliest flight available. LATAM Airlines operates the last service of the day at 23:56.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MDE to BOG flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to El Dorado International Airport. When you're ready to start your Bogota adventure, let one of these carriers take you to this exciting corner of Colombia:
The airline most travelers fly with on this route is AVIANCA.
Wingo is the most punctual carrier operating MDE to BOG flights, with 72.99% of its services landing on time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to El Dorado International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between MDE and BOG:
Matecana International Airport
Alfonso B. Aragon Airport
Los Garzones Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
At the moment, $16 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to El Dorado International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $29. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from MDE to BOG by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to El Dorado International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from MDE to BOG by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to El Dorado International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
69.76% of flights that take off from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Medellin to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport is approximately 24 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near MDE. Whether you've booked an early flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to El Dorado International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Book a hotel close to BOG if you're taking a late Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to El Dorado International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an El Dorado International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Renta Facil, Localiza or Green Motion and explore beyond Bogota's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from El Dorado International Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to central Bogota
El Dorado International Airport to the center of Bogota has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometers away.
Traveling on public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to El Dorado International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Bogota. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to El Dorado International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. September is the warmest month in Bogota, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MDE to BOG in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
Explore more of Colombia
You've done Bogota, now it's time to discover more of Colombia. Journey around 306 kilometers south-west to Cali to tick off its leading sights. From Cristo Rey to Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia, your itinerary will be busy.
Medellin is another must-experience destination in Colombia and is around 241 kilometers north-west of Bogota. No trip is complete without seeing Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza.