Traveling from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field (SDF) to Medellin: what you need to know
Medellin is one hour behind Louisville, where Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field is located. Medellin runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your SDF to Medellin flight.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're traveling during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight ticket from SDF to Medellin. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Traveling from central Louisville to SDF takes around 2 hours 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometers in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field to Medellin? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to SDF:
77.69% of flights taking off from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field arrive at their destination on schedule.
SDF's address is 600 Terminal Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field (SDF) to Medellin
$153 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field to Medellin flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is $365. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from SDF to Medellin, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
If you have flexibility with your travel plans, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for your Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field to Medellin ticket.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SDF to Medellin by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
The distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to central Medellin is roughly 24 kilometers. It takes about 35 minutes to reach the center driving.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field to Medellin, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near MDE:
Grab a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car and explore Medellin and beyond with your own wheels. Localiza, Green Motion and Confort Rent a Car are popular providers you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from SDF to Medellin.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) is around 6 kilometers from the center of Medellin. Once you've disembarked your flight from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field to Medellin, it'll take you around 15 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Traveling by public transport will take around 30 minutes.
There are some great places to rest your head close to EOH. Kick back and get cozy after your SDF to Medellin flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Land, grab your Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car, and drive off without missing a beat. Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion are top providers to take your pick of here.
Score the best price by securing your ride from EOH one week in advance. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field to Medellin. The city buzzes during peak season, but prices are usually higher and top attractions can be crowded. Visit Medellin in the off-season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
Book a Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field to Medellin flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SDF to Medellin in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
More about Medellin
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Medellin right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field to Medellin:
Botero Plaza and Parque Arvi are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Medellin to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Pueblito Paisa.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Colombia you'll want to see. Around 241 kilometers south-east of Medellin, a trip to Bogota will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
Around 322 kilometers south of Medellin, Cali is another favorite stop in Colombia. Start your sightseeing at Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.
