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.
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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.