Traveling from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Medellin: what you need to know
Expect to be traveling for 9 hours 30 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Medellin.
Medellin is six hours behind Madrid, where Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located. Medellin runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
With 11 weekly flights between the two airports, Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is the busiest route. AVIANCA operates the earliest flight at 15:25. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest departure from MAD to MDE is with AVIANCA at 17:00.
Leave enough time to get on your MAD to Medellin flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading off during a peak time like a public holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Start your journey at MAD and travel straight to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Medellin tickets.
Get on board with Air Europa. This popular carrier operates direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Medellin.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tick off a new city. When searching for flight tickets from MAD to Medellin, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Alfonso B. Aragon Airport (CLO)
Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS)
Located around 13 kilometers from the center of Madrid, MAD can be reached in about 25 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to MAD? If you're catching an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Medellin, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
78.23% of flights leaving from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Medellin
The best price we've seen for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Medellin flight is AED 1,210. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 2,605. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from MAD to Medellin, reserve your trip one month ahead of your planned departure.
The best month for finding cheap Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Medellin tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
The distance from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to central Medellin is roughly 24 kilometers. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the center driving.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Medellin. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MDE instead:
Pick up a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car and discover Medellin and beyond with your own wheels. Localiza, Green Motion and Confort Rent a Car are popular outlets to choose from here.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around one week before your flight from MAD to Medellin.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
After your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Medellin has landed, you can get to the city center in around 15 minutes by car. Central Medellin is roughly 6 kilometers from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH).
The journey will take about 30 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to EOH. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your MAD to Medellin flight:
Why wait around for a cab? An Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car lets you get moving right away. Roll down your windows and hit the highway with a set of wheels from Confort Rent a Car or Green Motion.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from EOH one week ahead of time often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
Before you book your flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Medellin, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Medellin offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season brings cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Book an Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Medellin flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from MAD to Medellin around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Medellin
Start your Medellin trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Medellin, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Botero Plaza and Parque Arvi are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Medellin itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Pueblito Paisa.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Colombia just waiting to be discovered. About 241 kilometers south-east of Medellin, a visit to Bogota will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
Cali is another standout destination in Colombia and is around 322 kilometers south of Medellin. No trip is complete without dropping by Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.