Travelling from Victoria to Medellin: what you need to know
Victoria's main base, Victoria International Airport (YYJ), is where countless awesome holidays begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Victoria to Medellin.
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is the primary arrival point in Medellin.
Medellin is two hours ahead of Victoria and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
To ensure you catch your Victoria to Medellin flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling over a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Victoria to Medellin
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap Victoria to Medellin flight. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Victoria to Medellin across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from Victoria to Medellin by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' Victoria to Medellin flights.
Flying from Victoria
Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
YYJ is about 24 kilometres from central Victoria. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Victoria International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Victoria to Medellin, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
67.45% of flights leaving from Victoria International Airport make it to their destination on time.
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 around 35 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Victoria to Medellin, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near MDE:
Grab 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 top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around one week before your trip.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) is about 3 kilometres from the centre of Medellin. After your flight from Victoria to Medellin, it'll take you approximately 15 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 30 minutes or so.
Why wait around for public transport? An Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car lets you get going right away. Find the perfect playlist and hit the highway with a set of wheels from Confort Rent a Car or Green Motion.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride one week before your arrival at EOH can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Medellin
April is the quietest month for flights from Victoria to Medellin, while August is the busiest. Find the ideal time to go to Medellin based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Victoria to Medellin ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Medellin to range from 11ºC to 27ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 11ºC and 27ºC. Search for cheap flights from Victoria to Medellin around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
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. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Victoria to Medellin:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Parque Arvi, Botero Plaza and Pueblito Paisa are must-do's during your Medellin adventure.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is just one of the many places in Colombia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Medellin. Around 241 kilometres to the south-east, its top attractions include Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
Cali is another must-experience destination in Colombia and is around 322 kilometres south of Medellin. No trip is complete without dropping by Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.
