Traveling from La Nubia Airport (MZL) to Medellin: what you need to know
Manizales (the location of La Nubia Airport) and Medellin share the same timezone — UTC-5.
Leave plenty of time to get on your MZL to Medellin flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're heading away during a public holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
To get to MZL from central Manizales, it takes around 20 minutes by car. It's roughly 5 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Looking for a hotel close to MZL? If you're catching an early flight from La Nubia Airport to Medellin, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
How to find the cheapest flights from La Nubia Airport (MZL) to Medellin
$72 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way La Nubia Airport to Medellin flight. A return flight ticket right now is $145. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from MZL to Medellin, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for a La Nubia Airport to Medellin ticket.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from MZL to Medellin by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Snag an affordable flight from La Nubia Airport to Medellin with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to the center of Medellin takes around 35 minutes by car. The center is roughly 24 kilometers away.
Book a hotel close to MDE if you have a late flight from La Nubia Airport to Medellin. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Confort Rent a Car and explore beyond Medellin's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around one week before your flight from MZL to Medellin.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Once your flight from La Nubia Airport to Medellin has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city center in about 15 minutes by car. Central Medellin is roughly 6 kilometers from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the center will take you 30 minutes or so.
After stepping off your MZL to Medellin flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to EOH. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Pick up an Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car and make every stop one of your choosing. You can select from popular outlets like Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion.
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride one week ahead of your arrival at EOH will save you money.
Best time to go to Medellin
Before locking in your flights from La Nubia Airport to Medellin, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Medellin offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
Lock in a La Nubia Airport to Medellin flight ticket with a departure in August to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MZL to Medellin in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
More about Medellin
Start your Medellin trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from La Nubia Airport to Medellin, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Botero Plaza, Parque Arvi and Pueblito Paisa are top attractions which should feature on every Medellin itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Medellin. Around 241 kilometers away to the south-east, its best attractions include Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
Around 322 kilometers south of Medellin, Cali is another essential stop in Colombia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.
