Traveling from Medellin to Minneapolis: what you need to know
Medellin's main base, Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Medellin to Minneapolis.
Come in for landing at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), the primary gateway of Minneapolis.
Medellin and Minneapolis follow the same timezone, UTC-5.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your Medellin to Minneapolis flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Minneapolis
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Medellin to Minneapolis flights if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
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Flying from Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
We make it a breeze to find a Medellin to Minneapolis flight with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
MDE is about 18 kilometers from central Medellin. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Medellin to Minneapolis? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport:
Of all flights departing from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, 69.76% arrive on time at their destination.
Arriving in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is approximately 13 kilometers from the center of Minneapolis. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Medellin to Minneapolis, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near MSP:
Pick up a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport rental car and explore Minneapolis and beyond with your own set of wheels. Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty and Dollar are well-known companies to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport about two weeks ahead of your Medellin to Minneapolis flight.
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Best time to go to Minneapolis
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Medellin to Minneapolis. July is the most popular month for a trip to Minneapolis. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
When booking your Medellin to Minneapolis tickets, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Minneapolis, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Medellin to Minneapolis in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF) on average.
More about Minneapolis
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Minneapolis right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Medellin to Minneapolis:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Walker Art Center, Minneapolis Institute of Arts and Minneapolis Sculpture Garden are must-do's during your Minneapolis adventure.
Explore more of United States
Minneapolis has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of United States you'll want to see. Around 483 kilometers south-east of Minneapolis, a visit to Milwaukee will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum.
Omaha is another well-known destination in United States and is around 467 kilometers south-west of Minneapolis. No journey is complete without seeing Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park.