Traveling from Medellin to Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG): What you need to know
Your adventure gets underway at one of Medellin's main airports, Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE) or Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). Check out your options for booking a flight from Medellin to Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG) departing from either of these.
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Medellin to Bogota El Dorado International Airport flight.
Bogota El Dorado International Airport is located in Bogota. The city's timezone is UTC-5 — the same as Medellin.
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE) to Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG) is the most popular route. There are 369 direct weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with LATAM Airlines at 11:53pm. Go for the first MDE to BOG departure operated by LATAM Airlines at 12:01am if you'd rather get going earlier.
To ensure you get on your flight from Medellin to BOG, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like January. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Medellin
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
You can take a direct flight from Medellin to Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG) leaving from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE).
At MDE, you'll find a good selection of airlines offering direct flights from Medellin to Bogota El Dorado International Airport, including:
The airline with the highest booking numbers between MDE and BOG is Avianca.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate on this route is Copa Airlines Colombia.
The journey from central Medellin to MDE takes around 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometers in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Medellin to Bogota El Dorado International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are the ideal choice:
76% of flights taking off from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Thinking of flying out of Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)? Direct Medellin to Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG) plane tickets are available from this popular hub.
From EOH, direct flights from Medellin to BOG are available with EasyFly.
EasyFly is the most frequently booked airline flying from EOH to BOG.
You can arrive at EOH from the center of Medellin in approximately 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes to travel the 5 kilometers or so.
Get your vacation started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Medellin to BOG flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport:
About Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Medellin to Bogota El Dorado International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near BOG:
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around one week ahead of your Medellin to Bogota El Dorado International Airport flight.
Getting from Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to central Bogota
From Bogota El Dorado International Airport, central Bogota is around 14 kilometers away. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the city center by car.
Traveling on public transport will take you roughly 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Right now, $16 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Medellin to Bogota El Dorado International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $34. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 11 months before traveling. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Medellin to BOG.
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The best time to fly from Medellin to Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
March is when most people book flights from Medellin to Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG). Visit Bogota in December for a more laid-back experience.
When booking your Medellin to BOG plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. September is the warmest month in Bogota, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Medellin to Bogota El Dorado International Airport in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Bogota
Start your Bogota trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Medellin to Bogota El Dorado International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
Teatro Colon Bogota and Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City are just two of the top attractions to put on your Bogota itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Museum of Contemporary Art of Bogota.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Bogota. Around 241 kilometers away to the northwest, its top attractions include EcoParque Comuna 13, Palacio de Bellas Artes and Museo comuna 13.
Around 290 kilometers northeast of Bogota, Bucaramanga is another essential stop in Colombia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Catedral de la Sagrada Familia, Panachi and Canon Del Chicamocha.