Flying from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG): what you need to know
Expect to be in the skies for 55 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to El Dorado International Airport. Bogota and Medellin share the same timezone — UTC-5.
Take your pick of 3,525 weekly flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to El Dorado International Airport. The 00:20 departure with LATAM Airlines is the earliest flight available between MDE and BOG. LATAM Airlines operates the last service of the day at 23:56 if early mornings aren't your thing.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
AVIANCA has direct flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to El Dorado International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to take in the sights in Bogota — and maybe even more of Colombia if your schedule allows.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to El Dorado International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between MDE and BOG are:
Matecana International Airport
Alfonso B. Aragon Airport
Los Garzones Airport
For a flight within Colombia, you don't need a visa or passport. However, you'll have to present another kind of identity document, such as a driver's license or ID card. Once you've landed your cheap ticket from MDE to BOG, check your ID is up to date before you take to the skies.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
$37 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to El Dorado International Airport. A return flight starts at $86. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Book 8 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from MDE to BOG.
The cheapest month for tickets from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to El Dorado International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from MDE to BOG. There's no need to check back in every day to see whether fares have fallen. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to El Dorado International Airport. Enter your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Handy information about Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
To reach Jose Maria Cordova International Airport from central Medellin, it'll take around 36 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Want a convenient hotel near MDE? If you're catching an early flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to El Dorado International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to El Dorado International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near BOG instead:
Getting from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to central Bogota
El Dorado International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from central Bogota. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 26 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour and 12 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
The quietest month for a flight from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to El Dorado International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Bogota based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Bogota is September, with the temperature ranging between 8ºC and 20ºC. Lock in your flights from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport to El Dorado International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MDE to BOG in January. Average temperatures are between 8ºC and 21ºC then.
More about Bogota
Start your Bogota trip right by finding a fantastic stay. After booking your flight from MDE to BOG, check out our accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Compartir Primera Etapa are attractions you won't want to skip in Bogota.
Complete your Bogota trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to El Dorado International Airport, browse the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Bogota escape.
