Flying from Medellin to Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO): What you need to know
Medellin's main base, Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Medellin to Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO).
Take off on a direct Medellin to Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 1 hour 40 minutes.
Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport is located in Quito. The city's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Medellin.
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE) to Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) is the most popular route, with 4 direct services every week. You can travel from MDE to UIO on AVIANCA's 9:40pm departure.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Medellin to UIO. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like January, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Airports in Medellin
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
You can book a direct flight from Medellin to Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) out of Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE).
AVIANCA is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Medellin to Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport departing from MDE.
Avianca is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from MDE to UIO.
The most punctual carrier on this route is Avianca. Its services arrive as planned 78.33% of the time.
MDE is about 32 kilometers from central Medellin. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Have an early flight from Medellin to Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays near Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport:
76% of flights that depart Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Break up your flight from Medellin to Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport with a stop at Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG). A main stopover between Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport and UIO, it's a good opportunity to recharge before the next leg of your journey.
With public transport, you can travel from central Medellin to EOH in around 25 minutes. The airport is roughly 5 kilometers away, and getting there by car will take approximately 15 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport the day before your Medellin to UIO flight:
About Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Medellin to Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near UIO instead:
To get the best deal, reserve your ride around three weeks in advance of your Medellin to Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport flight.
Getting from Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to central Quito
Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport is around 18 kilometers from central Quito. It takes around 40 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Traveling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Medellin to Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport is AED 778. For a return flight on this route, the best price is AED 1,441. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Medellin to UIO. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Affordable Medellin to Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Medellin to Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Medellin to Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO). July is the busiest month to travel to Quito. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, head there in December.
The warmest month in Quito is August, with temperatures ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Lock in your Medellin to UIO plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from Medellin to Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).
More about Quito
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Quito right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Medellin to Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport:
Quito Historic Center and Catedral Metropolitana de Quito are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Quito must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Camino de los Incas.
Explore more of Ecuador
Quito has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Ecuador you should also see. About 290 kilometers southwest of Quito, a trip to Guayaquil will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Amazon Rainforest, Crystal Palace and Malecon 2000.
Around 274 kilometers west of Quito, Manta is another essential stop in Ecuador. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Playa de Tarqui, Miraflores Park and Playa Santa Marianita.
