Travelling from Phoenix to Medellin: what you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Phoenix. Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Phoenix to Medellin taking off from here.
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is where your flight will arrive in Medellin.
For a stress-free start to your trip, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your Phoenix to Medellin flight.
Heading off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Medellin
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap Phoenix to Medellin flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Phoenix to Medellin is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across every month and snap up a fantastic deal.
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Flying from Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
We make it a breeze to book a Phoenix to Medellin flight with a stopover. To see the options leaving from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Located around 4 miles from the centre of Phoenix, PHX can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Phoenix to Medellin or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 82.57% of flights that take off from PHX reach their destination on time.
The address for PHX is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Arriving in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
The distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to central Medellin is roughly 11 miles. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Phoenix to Medellin. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MDE instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Confort Rent a Car and discover more of Medellin and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around one week ahead of your Phoenix to Medellin flight.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
As soon as your flight from Phoenix to Medellin has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 15 minutes by car. Central Medellin is approximately 2 miles from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH).
If you hop on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 30 minutes or so.
Pick up an Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car and make your journey as spontaneous as you want. You can select from popular outlets like Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride one week ahead of your arrival at EOH will save you money.
Best time to go to Medellin
April is the quietest month for flights from Phoenix to Medellin, while August is the most popular. Find the best time to go to Medellin based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Phoenix to Medellin tickets, think about 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 travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Phoenix 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 perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Phoenix to Medellin, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza are major attractions which should be on any good Medellin itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Medellin. Around 150 miles to the south-east, popular 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. No visit is complete without checking out Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.
