Travelling from San Diego to Medellin: what you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll fly out of in San Diego. San Diego International Airport (SAN) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from San Diego to Medellin departing from here.
Disembark at Medellin's major arrival point, Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE).
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from San Diego to Medellin.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
If you have a passport from United States and want to travel to Colombia for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may differ based on the duration of your stay and can be subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, contact your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before booking a cheap flight from San Diego to Medellin.
Flying from San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Whether you'd like to visit a new city on the way or just take a break, we make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To check out your options taking off from San Diego International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Miami International Airport (MIA) is a stop you can make on your flight from San Diego to Medellin.
The journey from central San Diego to SAN takes around 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 9 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near San Diego International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from San Diego to Medellin or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Medellin. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 36 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from San Diego to Medellin. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MDE instead:
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) is about 6 kilometres from central Medellin. Once you've hopped off your flight from San Diego to Medellin, expect a drive time of approximately 16 minutes to reach the heart of the city.
You can also travel using public transport, which typically takes 31 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to EOH. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from San Diego to Medellin:
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Medellin
Currently, $287 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Medellin. The cheapest price for a return flight is $746. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from San Diego to Medellin if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
Getting cheap tickets from San Diego to Medellin is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from San Diego to Medellin. You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped. We'll tell you the moment the price changes.
Use filters to tailor your flights from San Diego to Medellin. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Best time to go to Medellin
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from San Diego to Medellin. August is the busiest month for a trip to Medellin. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
Book your flight from San Diego to Medellin for August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Medellin to range from 11ºC to 27ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from San Diego to Medellin in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Medellin
After booking your flight from San Diego to Medellin, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Medellin:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Medellin itinerary.
Complete your Medellin trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from San Diego to Medellin to track down deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and easily compare your options. Plus we give you all the info you need to drive in Medellin, from the most popular rental company to the best time to book.
