Flying from Medellin to Cibao International Airport (STI): What you need to know
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is Medellin's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Medellin to Cibao International Airport (STI) leaving from here.
Cibao International Airport is located in Santiago. The city follows the UTC-4 timezone and is one hour ahead of Medellin.
To ensure you get on your flight from Medellin to STI, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During peak travel periods, expect longer wait times and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Medellin to STI with a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between MDE and STI include:
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
MDE is around 24 kilometers from central Medellin. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Medellin to Cibao International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels have you covered:
Of the flights that depart from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, 69.76% touch down on time at their destination.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
On public transport, you can travel from central Medellin to EOH in around 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 6 kilometers away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 15 minutes.
Get a head start on your vacation with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Medellin to STI flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport:
About Cibao International Airport (STI)
Have a late flight from Medellin to Cibao International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Check in to one of these hotels near STI and turn in quicker:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Cibao International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from America, Zezgo Rent a Car or Alamo and explore beyond Santiago's usual tourist stops.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around one week ahead of your Medellin to Cibao International Airport flight.
Getting from Cibao International Airport (STI) to central Santiago
Cibao International Airport to the center of Santiago is roughly 13 kilometers. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Cibao International Airport (STI)
Right now, $246 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Medellin to Cibao International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $397. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Medellin to STI if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Medellin to Cibao International Airport tickets across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Medellin to Cibao International Airport.
The best time to fly from Medellin to Cibao International Airport (STI)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding your trip dates. May is the quietest month to go to Santiago. August is when most people book flights from Medellin to Cibao International Airport (STI), which may be perfect if you're after more action.
The warmest month in Santiago is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Medellin to STI plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Medellin to Cibao International Airport in January when temperatures are between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
More about Santiago
Start your Santiago trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Medellin to Cibao International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
Every great vacation has to include some sightseeing. MTB National Park, Catedral de Santiago Apostol and Baracoa Park are essential stops on your Santiago itinerary.
Explore more of the Dominican Republic
Santo Domingo is just one of the many cities in the Dominican Republic waiting to be discovered once you've seen Santiago. Around 129 kilometers away to the south-east, popular attractions include Alcazar de Colon, The Cathedral of the Americas and República Dominicana - Santo Domingod.
If there's time to check out another great destination in the Dominican Republic, head for Santo Domingo Este, roughly 129 kilometers south-east of Santiago. Lago los tres ojos, Los Corales Park and National Aquarium are among its highlights.
