Flying from Bangkok to Medellin: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering where you'll catch your flight from Bangkok to Medellin. Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are the main airports in Bangkok.
Touch down at Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE), the major arrival point in Medellin.
The timezone in Medellin is UTC-5, which is 12 hours behind Bangkok.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your Bangkok to Medellin flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Medellin
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap Bangkok to Medellin flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
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Flying from Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
BKK is around 27 kilometres from central Bangkok. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Suvarnabhumi Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Bangkok to Medellin or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Suvarnabhumi Airport, 67.87% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
You can get to DMK from the centre of Bangkok in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 21 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Don Mueang International Airport the day before your flight from Bangkok to Medellin:
Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time performance of 66.48%. This figure shows how frequently flights departing from this airport arrive on schedule.
Arriving in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is approximately 18 kilometres from central Medellin. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near MDE if you're coming in on a late flight from Bangkok to Medellin. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
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.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
As soon as your flight from Bangkok to Medellin has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in around 15 minutes by car. Central Medellin is roughly 3 kilometres from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 30 minutes or so.
Pick up an Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car and take the scenic route to your next destination. You can select from popular outlets like Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion.
Don't pay more than you need to. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at EOH can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Medellin
April is the quietest month for flights from Bangkok to Medellin, while August is the most popular. Figure out the best time to go to Medellin based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Medellin is August, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your Bangkok to Medellin ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from Bangkok to Medellin in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Medellin
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Medellin right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Bangkok to Medellin:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza are top attractions which should be on any good Medellin itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is just one of the many places in Colombia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Medellin. Around 241 kilometres to the south-east, top sights here include Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Colombia, head for Cali, roughly 322 kilometres south of Medellin. Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia are key reasons to visit.
