Travelling from Santo Domingo to Medellin: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Santo Domingo. Explore your options leaving from Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) or Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ) when reserving your flight from Santo Domingo to Medellin.
Hop off the plane at Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE), the primary gateway of Medellin.
Around 2 hours 35 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Santo Domingo to Medellin flight.
The timezone in Medellin is UTC-5, which is one hour behind Santo Domingo.
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is the most traveled route between these two cities. There are nine flights a week to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Santo Domingo to Medellin is with Wingo at 21:28. Opt for the first SDQ to MDE departure with Arajet at 06:00 to make the most of your first day in Medellin.
Leave plenty of time to catch your Santo Domingo to Medellin flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Santo Domingo to Medellin
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The best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Santo Domingo to Medellin is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Flying from Santo Domingo
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
You can book a direct flight from Santo Domingo to Medellin jetting off from Las Americas International Airport (SDQ). Start your trip at SDQ and end it at Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE).
Arajet is a leading airline that offers direct Santo Domingo to Medellin plane tickets from SDQ.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Santo Domingo to Medellin flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Las Americas International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS)
SDQ is around 27 kilometres from central Santo Domingo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
In search of a handy hotel close to Las Americas International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Santo Domingo to Medellin, these stays will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
72.45% of flights that leave from Las Americas International Airport make it to their destination 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 around 35 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Santo Domingo to Medellin, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near MDE:
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 leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Central Medellin is approximately 3 kilometres from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). Once your flight from Santo Domingo to Medellin has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 15 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take approximately 30 minutes on public transport.
Land, collect your Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car, and drive off without skipping a beat. Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion are leading providers to select from here.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride one week ahead of your arrival at EOH can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Medellin
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Santo Domingo to Medellin. August is the most popular month to visit Medellin. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
The warmest month in Medellin is August, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your Santo Domingo to Medellin ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Santo Domingo to Medellin in July when temperatures average between 11ºC and 27ºC.
More about Medellin
After booking your flight from Santo Domingo to Medellin, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Medellin:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza are must-visits when exploring Medellin.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Colombia you'll want to see. Around 241 kilometres south-east of Medellin, a trip to Bogota will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Colombia, head for Cali, roughly 322 kilometres south of Medellin. Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia are the start of reasons to visit.
