Travelling from Medellin to Barranquilla Ernesto Cortissoz Intl Airport (BAQ): What you need to know
Kick off your travels at one of Medellin's main airports, Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE) or Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). Explore your options for booking a flight from Medellin to Barranquilla Ernesto Cortissoz Intl Airport (BAQ) jetting off from either of these.
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 15 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Medellin to Barranquilla Ernesto Cortissoz Intl Airport flight.
Barranquilla Ernesto Cortissoz Intl Airport is located in Barranquilla. The city's timezone is UTC-5 — the same as Medellin.
The most popular route is from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE) to Barranquilla Ernesto Cortissoz Intl Airport (BAQ), with 36 direct services every week. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from MDE to BAQ is the 5am AVIANCA service. If you need some extra time before takeoff, the final departure is at 9:42pm with JetSMART.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Medellin to BAQ.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as January and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Airports in Medellin
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
You can find a direct flight from Medellin to Barranquilla Ernesto Cortissoz Intl Airport (BAQ) departing from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE).
Choose from a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Medellin to Barranquilla Ernesto Cortissoz Intl Airport departing from MDE. Reserve your trip with one of these:
The most frequently booked airline between MDE and BAQ is Avianca.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals rate on this route is Copa Airlines Colombia.
MDE is around 32 kilometres from central Medellin. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Medellin to Barranquilla Ernesto Cortissoz Intl Airport, these stays will put you a quick hop from check-in:
76% of flights that take off from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
You can book a direct Medellin to Barranquilla Ernesto Cortissoz Intl Airport (BAQ) plane ticket with departures from Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). Figure out if flying from EOH works better for your plans.
You can reach EOH from central Medellin in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes to cover the 5 kilometres or so.
Got an early start? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport the day before your Medellin to BAQ flight:
About Barranquilla Ernesto Cortissoz Intl Airport (BAQ)
Have a late flight from Medellin to Barranquilla Ernesto Cortissoz Intl Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near BAQ and hit the lights earlier:
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Medellin to Barranquilla Ernesto Cortissoz Intl Airport flight.
Getting from Barranquilla Ernesto Cortissoz Intl Airport (BAQ) to central Barranquilla
Barranquilla Ernesto Cortissoz Intl Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Barranquilla. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling by public transport takes around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Barranquilla Ernesto Cortissoz Intl Airport (BAQ)
ج.م. 680 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Medellin to Barranquilla Ernesto Cortissoz Intl Airport. Return flights start from ج.م. 1,418. These prices may change based on demand.
To snag cheap flights from Medellin to BAQ, book your plane ticket four months before your planned departure.
The best month for picking up cheap Medellin to Barranquilla Ernesto Cortissoz Intl Airport tickets is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Medellin to Barranquilla Ernesto Cortissoz Intl Airport (BAQ)
March is the most popular month for flights from Medellin to Barranquilla Ernesto Cortissoz Intl Airport (BAQ). Plan your visit to Barranquilla in December for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in Barranquilla is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your Medellin to BAQ plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees temperatures of between 23ºC and 33ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Medellin to Barranquilla Ernesto Cortissoz Intl Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Barranquilla
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Barranquilla right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Medellin to Barranquilla Ernesto Cortissoz Intl Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. Gran Malecon Puerta de Oro, Obelisco Barranquilla - LA VENTANA AL MUNDO and Catedral Metropolitana Maria Reina are major attractions which should feature on every Barranquilla itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
Barranquilla has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Colombia waiting to be discovered. Around 97 kilometres southwest of Barranquilla, a visit to Cartagena will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Walls of Cartagena, Centro Historico and CARTAGENA, COLOMBIA.
Valledupar is another essential stop in Colombia and is around 177 kilometres east of Barranquilla. No trip is complete without visiting La Casa en el Aire, Parque and pueblito Vallenato.
