Travelling from Venice to Medellin: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Venice. Check out your options departing from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) or Treviso Airport (TSF) when planning your flight from Venice to Medellin.
Disembark at Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE), the chief entry point to Medellin.
Medellin is six hours behind Venice and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
For a relaxed travel experience, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your Venice to Medellin flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Venice to Medellin
To find cheap Venice to Medellin flights, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Venice to Medellin across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from Venice to Medellin by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
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Flying from Venice
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
Located around 8 kms (5 miles) from the centre of Venice, VCE can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to Venice Marco Polo Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Venice to Medellin, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Of all flights departing from Venice Marco Polo Airport, 75.29% arrive on time at their destination.
Treviso Airport (TSF)
You can reach TSF from the centre of Venice in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 26 kms (16 miles) or so.
It's your holiday, so why not extend it with another night away? Consider kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Treviso Airport the day before your flight from Venice to Medellin:
Treviso Airport has an on-time performance of 70%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that leave from this airport arrive on time.
Arriving in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
The distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to central Medellin is roughly 18 kms (11 miles). It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Venice to Medellin. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MDE instead:
Pick up a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car and explore Medellin and beyond with your own set of wheels. Localiza, Green Motion and Confort Rent a Car are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around one week before your departure date.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
The centre of Medellin is about 3 kms (2 miles) from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). As soon as your flight from Venice to Medellin has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 15 minutes.
If you hop on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 30 minutes or so.
Grab an Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car and set the course for your next destination. You can choose from leading companies like Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion.
Snap up the best price by securing your ride from EOH one week in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
April is the quietest month for flights from Venice to Medellin, while August is the busiest. 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 Venice to Medellin tickets, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Medellin, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Search for cheap flights from Venice to Medellin around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Medellin
Start your Medellin trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Venice to Medellin, explore our range of hotels including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Parque Arvi, Botero Plaza and Pueblito Paisa are must-visits when exploring Medellin.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be discovered after you've seen 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.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Colombia, head for Cali, about 200 miles south of Medellin. Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia are the start of reasons to visit.