Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Medellin: what you need to know
The timezone in Medellin is UTC-5. The city is 16 hours behind Melbourne, where Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is located.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your MEL to Medellin flight.
You can expect longer lines 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 smart move.
Travelling from central Melbourne to MEL takes about 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Medellin? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to MEL:
67.71% of flights taking off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Medellin
ج.م. 48,611 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Medellin flight. A return flight ticket right now is ج.م. 91,651. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from MEL to Medellin, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
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Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is around 24 kilometres from central Medellin. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 35 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to MDE if you have a late flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Medellin. Choose one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Explore without limits with a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Confort Rent a Car and chase adventure across Medellin and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from MEL to Medellin.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) is around 6 kilometres from the centre of Medellin. After your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Medellin, it'll take you around 15 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The journey will take about 30 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near EOH. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your MEL to Medellin flight:
Why wait around? An Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car lets you start exploring right away. Put on your favourite playlist and hit the highway with a set of wheels from Confort Rent a Car or Green Motion.
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from EOH one week in advance often means more savings and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
Before scheduling your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Medellin, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Medellin offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while low season brings cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Medellin is August, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Medellin plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Look for cheap tickets from MEL 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
Start your Medellin trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Medellin, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Botero Plaza, Parque Arvi and Pueblito Paisa are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Medellin itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Colombia just waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometres south-east of Medellin, a visit to Bogota will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
Cali is another well-known destination in Colombia and is around 322 kilometres south of Medellin. No trip is complete without a visit to Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.
