Travelling from Medellin to La Paz El Alto International Airport (LPB): What you need to know
La Paz is one hour ahead of Medellin. La Paz El Alto International Airport is located in La Paz, which runs on the UTC-4 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Medellin to LPB.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like January. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Medellin
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
Stopovers are a great opportunity to explore a new city or just take a break during your travels. When looking for a cheap flight from Medellin to LPB, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG) is one option when you're setting off from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE).
MDE is about 32 kilometers from central Medellin. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Medellin to La Paz El Alto International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays close to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport:
Of all flights departing from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport, 76% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Fit a stopover into your itinerary at Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG). It's a key transfer point for flights from Medellin to La Paz El Alto International Airport (LPB) out of Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport.
On public transport, you can travel from central Medellin to EOH in about 25 minutes. The terminal is roughly 5 kilometers away, and getting there by car will take approximately 15 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Medellin to LPB flight? Check in to a hotel near Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
About La Paz El Alto International Airport (LPB)
Consider staying in a hotel close to LPB if you're catching a late flight from Medellin to La Paz El Alto International Airport. Check in to one of these options and be in bed sooner:
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Medellin to La Paz El Alto International Airport flight.
Getting from La Paz El Alto International Airport (LPB) to central La Paz
From La Paz El Alto International Airport, central La Paz is around 14 kilometers away. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to La Paz El Alto International Airport (LPB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Medellin to La Paz El Alto International Airport is P15,211. For a return flight on this route, the best price is P26,053. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Medellin to LPB. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Medellin to La Paz El Alto International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Medellin to La Paz El Alto International Airport (LPB)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Medellin to La Paz El Alto International Airport (LPB). July is when most people visit La Paz. If you prefer a quieter vibe, head there in December.
The warmest month in La Paz is November, with temperatures ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Book your Medellin to LPB plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Medellin to La Paz El Alto International Airport in July when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF).
Explore more of Bolivia
You've seen La Paz, now it's time to explore other corners of Bolivia. Journey about 241 kilometers southeast to Cochabamba to check off its popular sights. From Ecoturistico Pairumani Park to Iglesia de la Compañía de Jesús and Iglesia de la Recoleta, your itinerary will be busy.
If you want to check out another side of Bolivia, consider Oruro, roughly 193 kilometers southeast of La Paz. Carnaval de oruro, Monumento a la Virgen del Socavon and Catedral de Oruro are among the biggest draws.
