Traveling from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport take 3 hours 2 minutes. Lima and Medellin are in the same timezone (UTC-5), which means you won't have to change your watch after you arrive.
Every week, there are 15 flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport. The earliest flight from MDE to LIM is at 01:55 and the latest is at 23:44.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Visiting Lima (and discovering more of Peru!) is straightforward with AVIANCA. This popular airline offers direct flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport.
If you want to have a stopover for your flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. Here are the top stopovers between MDE and LIM:
Camilo Daza International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
Rafael Nunez International Airport
To find out if you need a visa to enter Peru, check with your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with the latest information, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from MDE to LIM.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
$119 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport. Return flights start at $201. These fares can change depending on availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MDE to LIM, reserve your trip 11 months before the departure date.
The cheapest month for tickets from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you from looking for cheap tickets from MDE to LIM every day.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport.
Handy information about Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
To reach Jose Maria Cordova International Airport from central Medellin, it'll take about 36 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 24 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
After a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near MDE. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LIM instead:
Getting from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to central Lima
Jorge Chavez International Airport is approximately 10 kilometers from central Lima. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 25 minutes.
Traveling on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
August is the most popular month for flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Lima in April.
When booking your flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Lima, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 26ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MDE to LIM in August. Temperatures average between 14ºC and 21ºC then.
More about Lima
As soon as you've booked your flights from MDE to LIM, you'll need to find a hotel in Lima. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Machu Picchu Park, Plaza de Armas and Huaca Pucllana are must-have experiences during your Lima visit.
Complete your Lima trip with hotels and a car rental
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