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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Zurich Airport to Medellin? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $1,177. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Medellin

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zurich to Medellin flights are currently cheapest in September.

Alternative Zurich to Medellin routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Zurich to Medellin? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Zurich to Medellin: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$937
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Zurich to Medellin: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Medellin: Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera and José María Córdova International.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Zurich to Medellin is $937. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Zurich to Medellin. But we found flights with one or more stops from $937.
There are no flights flying from Zurich to Medellin, as of July 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Medellin is usually September.
If you're flying from Zurich Airport, the cheapest airport near Medellin is José María Córdova International – which is 18.9 km away from the center of Medellin. We've found flights to this airport from $937.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to Medellin on Monday, September 14, 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Zurich Airport and Medellin. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Medellin but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Medellin is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

In July, the average temperature is usually around 18°C. May is typically the warmest month in Medellin, when it usually averages around 21°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is November, with temperatures averaging 15°C. The rainiest month is May.
Currently, Air Europa offers the cheapest flight tickets to Medellin.

Traveling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Medellin: what you need to know

  • Medellin is six hours behind Zurich, where Zurich Airport is located. Medellin observes the UTC-5 timezone.

  • For a relaxed start to your ZRH to Medellin flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • Located around 10 kilometers from central Zurich, ZRH can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 10 minutes.

  • In search of a hotel close to ZRH? If you're boarding an early flight from Zurich Airport to Medellin, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:

  • 76% of flights that leave from Zurich Airport reach their destination on schedule.

How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Medellin

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way Zurich Airport to Medellin flight is $443. The cheapest price for a return flight is $937. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from ZRH to Medellin. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more it could cost you.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Zurich Airport to Medellin across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.

  • You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's an even better deal on cheap flights from ZRH to Medellin.

  • Save money on your flight from Zurich Airport to Medellin with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Medellin

Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)

  • The distance from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE) to central Medellin is roughly 32 kilometers. It'll take you around 45 minutes to reach the center driving.

  • Traveling to the center on public transport takes around 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Consider booking a hotel close to MDE if you're coming in on a late flight from Zurich Airport to Medellin. Select one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:

  • For the lowest price, book your ride from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport around one week in advance of your flight from ZRH to Medellin.

Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)

  • Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) is roughly 5 kilometers from central Medellin. Following your flight from Zurich Airport to Medellin, it'll take you around 15 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • If you travel by public transport, the ride to the center will take you 25 minutes or so.

  • Following your ZRH to Medellin flight, kick back at a hotel near EOH. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:

  • Get the pick of the lot. Reserving your ride from EOH one week in advance often means more savings and a wider range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Medellin

  • It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Zurich Airport to Medellin. January is the most popular month to travel to Medellin. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in December.

  • Book a Zurich Airport to Medellin plane ticket with a departure in August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 9ºC (48ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).

  • If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ZRH to Medellin in December when temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).

More about Medellin

  • Start your Medellin trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Zurich Airport to Medellin, explore our range of hotels including:

  • Every great vacation has to include a little sightseeing. Palacio de Bellas Artes, EcoParque Comuna 13 and Museo comuna 13 are essential stops on your Medellin itinerary.

Explore more of Colombia

  • Medellin is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Colombia waiting to be explored. Around 241 kilometers southeast of Medellin, a visit to Bogota will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Teatro Colon Bogota, Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City and Museum of Contemporary Art of Bogota.

  • If you're eager to discover another major stop in Colombia, head for Cali, roughly 322 kilometers south of Medellin. Cristo Rey, El Retiro Park and Parque Simón Bolívar are highlights.

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