Travelling from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Medellin: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 9 hours 30 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Medellin.
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located in Madrid. Following the UTC-5 timezone, Medellin is six hours behind Madrid.
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE) is the most traveled route, with 11 departures a week to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from MAD to MDE is with AVIANCA at 17:00. Go for the first departure with AVIANCA at 15:25 if you want to get on your way earlier.
To avoid rushing for your MAD to Medellin flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Direct Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Medellin tickets are available for booking. Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE) will be your arrival point.
Book your favourite seat with Air Europa. This airline operates direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Medellin.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from MAD to Medellin with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Alfonso Bonilla Aragon International Airport (CLO)
Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS)
Located around 13 kilometers from the centre of Madrid, MAD can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 30 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 put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Of all flights departing from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, 77% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Medellin
P20,510 is currently the best price for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Medellin flight. A return plane ticket starts from P49,287. These fares may change based on availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from MAD to Medellin if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Medellin across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Medellin
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE) is around 32 kilometers from the centre of Medellin. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 45 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Medellin. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MDE instead:
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport about one week in advance of your flight from MAD to Medellin.
Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Once your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Medellin has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 15 minutes by car. Central Medellin is roughly 5 kilometers from Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 25 minutes.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near EOH. Unwind and get cosy after your MAD to Medellin flight at any of these well-located options:
Get the pick of the lot. Reserving your ride from EOH one week in advance often means lower prices and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
January is the most popular month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Medellin. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Medellin in December.
The warmest month in Medellin is August, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Medellin plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Look for cheap tickets from MAD to Medellin in December if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.
More about Medellin
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Medellin right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Medellin:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Palacio de Bellas Artes, EcoParque Comuna 13 and Museo comuna 13 are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Medellin itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Colombia you should also see. About 241 kilometers southeast of Medellin, a trip to Bogota will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Teatro Colon Bogota, Park Simón Bolívar Bogotá City and Museum of Contemporary Art of Bogota.
Around 322 kilometers south of Medellin, Cali is another favourite stop in Colombia. No visit is complete without checking out Cristo Rey, El Retiro Park and Parque Simón Bolívar.