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Medellin.P14,615 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Feb, returning Sat, 21 Feb.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 7 Feb, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Sat, 21 Feb, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P14,615, select.
Medellin.P15,778 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Jan, returning Thu, 29 Jan.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 20 Jan, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Thu, 29 Jan, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P15,778, select.
Medellin.P16,877 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Jan, returning Wed, 4 Feb.Return flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 28 Jan, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Wed, 4 Feb, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P16,877, select.
Medellin.P16,877 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Mar, returning Mon, 16 Mar.Return flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 9 Mar, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Mon, 16 Mar, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P16,877, select.
Medellin.P16,877 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Apr, returning Sun, 12 Apr.Return flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 2 Apr, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Sun, 12 Apr, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P16,877, select.
Medellin.P16,877 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Feb, returning Tue, 3 Mar.Return flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 24 Feb, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Tue, 3 Mar, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P16,877, select.
Medellin.P16,877 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Dec, returning Sun, 7 Dec.Return flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 6 Dec, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Inbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Sun, 7 Dec, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P16,877, select.
Medellin.P17,043 per passenger.Departing Wed, 31 Dec, returning Tue, 20 Jan.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 31 Dec, arriving in Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova on Tue, 20 Jan, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From P17,043, select.
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Cheapest dealP14,615
Cheapest monthFebruary
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Medellin

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chicago to Medellin flights are currently cheapest in February.
Dec
from P16,877
Jan
from P15,778
Feb
from P14,615
Mar
from P16,877
Apr
from P16,877
May
from P30,655
Jun
from P19,774
Jul
from P53,389
Aug
from P28,382
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Alternative Chicago to Medellin routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Chicago to Medellin? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Finding cheap flights from Chicago to Medellin: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Medellin: Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera and Medellin Jose Maria Cordova.
The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago to Medellin is P14,615. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Chicago to Medellin. But we found flights with one or more stops from P14,615.
As of December 2025, there are no flights flying from Chicago to Medellin.
The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Medellin is usually February.
If you're flying from Chicago, the cheapest airport near Medellin is Medellin Jose Maria Cordova – which is 18.9 km away from the centre of Medellin. We've found flights into this airport from P14,615.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Chicago to Medellin on Saturday, 7 February 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Chicago and Medellin. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Medellin but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Medellin is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In December, the average temperature is usually around 18°C. May is typically the warmest month in Medellin, when it usually averages around 21°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is November, with temperatures averaging 15°C. The rainiest month is May.
The cheapest airline that flies to Medellin is Spirit Airlines .

Flying from Chicago to Medellin: what you need to know

  • There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Chicago. Check out your options leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) when organising your flight from Chicago to Medellin.

  • Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is where your flight will arrive in Medellin.

  • Chicago and Medellin share the same timezone, UTC-5.

  • To ensure you board your Chicago to Medellin flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.

  • You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Medellin

  • To find cheap Chicago to Medellin flights, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for your plane ticket from Chicago to Medellin.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from Chicago to Medellin by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Lock in a cheap Chicago to Medellin flight with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from Chicago

O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • We make it a breeze to find a Chicago to Medellin flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from O'Hare International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:

    • Miami International Airport (MIA)

    • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)

    • Cancun International Airport (CUN)

  • The journey from central Chicago to ORD takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Want a handy hotel near O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Medellin, these stays will put you nice and close to your departure gate:

  • 74.85% of flights departing from O'Hare International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

  • ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • Visit friends or family or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your Chicago to Medellin flight, here's where you can stop when heading out from Chicago Midway International Airport:

    • Miami International Airport (MIA)

    • Orlando International Airport (MCO)

    • Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)

  • You can get to MDW from central Chicago in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to cover the 14 kilometres or so.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Chicago to Medellin? Unwind in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your adventure officially begins. Consider one of these stays:

  • 78% of flights out of Chicago Midway International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.

Arriving in Medellin

Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)

  • Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to central Medellin takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometers away.

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Chicago to Medellin. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MDE instead:

  • Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Confort Rent a Car and explore beyond Medellin's main sights.

  • For the best deal, book your vehicle from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around one week ahead of your Chicago to Medellin flight.

Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)

  • Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) is about 3 kilometres from the centre of Medellin. Once you've hopped off your flight from Chicago to Medellin, it'll take you approximately 15 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • You can expect the trip to take about 30 minutes on public transport.

  • Grab an Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car and be your own tour guide. You can select from popular outlets like Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion.

  • Don't pay more than you need to. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at EOH will help you save.

Best time to go to Medellin

  • August is the busiest month for flights from Chicago to Medellin. To travel when it's less crowded, visit Medellin in April.

  • Before locking in your Chicago to Medellin tickets, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Medellin, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Chicago to Medellin in July when temperatures average between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).

More about Medellin

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Medellin right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Chicago to Medellin:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Parque Arvi, Botero Plaza and Pueblito Paisa are highlights which should be on every Medellin itinerary.

Explore more of Colombia

  • Medellin is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Colombia waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometres south-east of Medellin, a visit to Bogota will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.

  • Cali is another favourite destination in Colombia and is around 322 kilometres south of Medellin. No journey is complete without seeing Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.

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