Traveling from San Diego to Medellin: what you need to know
San Diego International Airport (SAN) is San Diego's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from San Diego to Medellin taking off from here.
Hop off the plane at Medellin's chief entry point, Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE).
Medellin's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Medellin two hours ahead of San Diego.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your San Diego to Medellin flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Medellin
To find cheap San Diego to Medellin flights, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from San Diego to Medellin across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' San Diego to Medellin flights.
Flying from San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Finding a stopover on your San Diego to Medellin flight is a breeze. Whether you'd like to potentially save money on your fare or break up your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' to check out your options. A major stop when leaving from San Diego International Airport is John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
The journey from central San Diego to SAN takes about 20 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 3 kilometers in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a handy hotel close to San Diego International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from San Diego to Medellin, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Of all flights leaving San Diego International Airport, 71.38% land on schedule at their destination.
SAN is located at N Harbor Dr.
Arriving in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is approximately 18 kilometers from the center of Medellin. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from San Diego to Medellin. Book one of these accommodation options near MDE instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Confort Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Medellin and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
The center of Medellin is around 3 kilometers from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). As soon as your flight from San Diego to Medellin has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 15 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in around 30 minutes.
Land, grab your Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car, and drive off without skipping a beat. Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion are well-known providers to pick from here.
Lock in the best price by securing your ride from EOH one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from San Diego to Medellin. August is the busiest month to travel to Medellin. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
When booking your San Diego to Medellin tickets, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Medellin, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from San Diego to Medellin in July when temperatures average between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Medellin
Start your Medellin trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from San Diego to Medellin, browse our range of hotels including:
Parque Arvi and Botero Plaza are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Medellin to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Pueblito Paisa.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is just one of the many places in Colombia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Medellin. Around 241 kilometers to the south-east, its top 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. Experience major highlights starting with Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.
