Travelling from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY) to Medellin: what you need to know
The timezone in Medellin is UTC-5. The city is one hour ahead of Monterrey, where Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport is located.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your MTY to Medellin flight.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good general rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from MTY to Medellin with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
MTY is about 14 miles from central Monterrey. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near MTY. Whether you're catching an early flight from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport to Medellin or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
Of all flights leaving Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport, 68.87% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY) to Medellin
£120 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport to Medellin flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is £207. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from MTY to Medellin. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Landing cheap tickets from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport to Medellin is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to get the best prices throughout the month and snap up a sweet deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from MTY to Medellin by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport to Medellin by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to central Medellin takes around 35 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 15 miles away.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport to Medellin. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MDE instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Confort Rent a Car and discover more of Medellin and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around one week before your flight from MTY to Medellin can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
After your flight from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport to Medellin has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 15 minutes by car. Central Medellin is roughly 4 miles from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 30 minutes.
Following your MTY to Medellin flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near EOH. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Why wait around for public transport? An Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car lets you get going right away. Find the perfect playlist and hit the open road with a set of wheels from Confort Rent a Car or Green Motion.
Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from EOH one week in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
Before securing your flights from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport to Medellin, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Medellin offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season brings better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Lock in a Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport to Medellin plane 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).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MTY to Medellin in July when temperatures average between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Medellin
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Medellin right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport to Medellin:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Botero Plaza, Parque Arvi and Pueblito Paisa are must-do's during your Medellin adventure.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is just one of the many places in Colombia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Medellin. Around 150 miles away to the south-east, its best attractions include Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
Around 200 miles south of Medellin, Cali is another favourite stop in Colombia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.
