Traveling from Medellin to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX): What you need to know
Planning your trip begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Medellin. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Medellin to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) out of here.
The average length of a direct Medellin to Benito Juarez International Airport flight is 4 hours 25 minutes.
Benito Juarez International Airport is located in Mexico City. The city follows the UTC-6 timezone and is one hour behind Medellin.
With 14 direct flights a week between the two airports, Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the busiest route. Aeromexico operates the earliest flight at 12:05am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before leaving, the last departure from MDE to MEX is with AVIANCA at 10:40pm.
Your flight from Medellin to MEX won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, it's smart to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Go straight to your destination from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE). Nonstop flights from Medellin to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) operate from here.
Aeromexico is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Medellin to Benito Juarez International Airport departing from MDE.
Aeromexico is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from MDE to MEX.
Among carriers on this route, Aeromexico has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Medellin to MEX. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these popular airports:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The distance from central Medellin to MDE is around 24 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch an early flight from Medellin to Benito Juarez International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by staying at one of these stays close to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, 69.76% touch down on time at their destination.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Work a stopover into your journey at El Dorado International Airport (BOG). It's a popular transfer point for flights from Medellin to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) leaving Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport.
You can reach EOH from central Medellin in approximately 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to cover the 6 kilometers or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Medellin to MEX flight? Relax in a hotel near Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport before your adventure officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
About Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Have a late flight from Medellin to Benito Juarez International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near MEX and turn in quicker:
Follow your own route with a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and discover more of Mexico City and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride around four weeks in advance of your Medellin to Benito Juarez International Airport flight.
Getting from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport to the center of Mexico City is roughly 6 kilometers. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
Traveling on public transport takes around 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Medellin to Benito Juarez International Airport is AED 729. For a return flight on this route, the best price is AED 1,235. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Get your hands on cheap flights from Medellin to MEX by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Schedule your trip for October. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Medellin to Benito Juarez International Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Medellin to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
July is the most popular month for flights from Medellin to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Visit Mexico City in April if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Before locking in your Medellin to MEX flight ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Medellin to Benito Juarez International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Medellin to Benito Juarez International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
Your Mexico City trip should come with a side of sightseeing. Highlights that are worth your time include Historic Center (Centro Historico), Zócalo and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Explore more of Mexico
You've done Mexico City, now it's time to explore other parts of Mexico. Journey about 105 kilometers south-east to Puebla to tick off its must-visit sights. From Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe to Zócalo de Puebla and Centro Histórico de Puebla, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Morelia is another essential stop in Mexico and is around 225 kilometers west of Mexico City. No trip is complete without visiting Letras Morelia Catedral, Templo de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe. And Palacio Municipal de Morelia.
