Flying from Medellin to Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX): What you need to know
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is Medellin's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Medellin to Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX) taking off from here.
Oaxaca is one hour behind Medellin. Xoxocotlan Airport is located in Oaxaca, which follows the UTC-6 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Medellin to OAX, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Stopovers are a great opportunity to discover a new city or just take a break during your trip. When searching for a cheap flight from Medellin to OAX, deselect 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is one option when you're setting off from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE).
MDE is around 24 kilometres from central Medellin. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Booked an early flight from Medellin to Xoxocotlan Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, 69.76% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
EOH is about 6 kilometres from central Medellin. It takes 15 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Medellin to OAX flight? Unwind in a hotel near Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport before your holiday officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
About Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX)
Have a late flight from Medellin to Xoxocotlan Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near OAX and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
Hit the road running by picking up a Xoxocotlan Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from MEX, Economy or Europcar and explore beyond Oaxaca's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride around one week ahead of your Medellin to Xoxocotlan Airport flight.
Getting from Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX) to central Oaxaca
Xoxocotlan Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Oaxaca. How long it'll take to get there by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
It takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX)
P11,226 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Medellin to Xoxocotlan Airport. A return flight starts at P43,046. These prices can change depending on demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Medellin to OAX. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your Medellin to Xoxocotlan Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Medellin to Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX)
April is the quietest month for flights from Medellin to Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX), while July is the busiest. Figure out the best time to go to Oaxaca based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Medellin to OAX plane ticket departing in April if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Oaxaca to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January has temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Medellin to Xoxocotlan Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Oaxaca
Start your Oaxaca trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Medellin to Xoxocotlan Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
You'll find loads of things to do in Oaxaca when you're ready to see the sights. Kick off your exploring at Guelaguetza followed by Centro Histórico de Oaxaca de Juárez and Jardín Etnobotánico de Oaxaca.
Explore more of Mexico
Oaxaca is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Mexico you'll want to see. About 274 kilometres north-west of Oaxaca, a visit to Puebla will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Zócalo de Puebla and Centro Histórico de Puebla.
Around 257 kilometres north of Oaxaca, Veracruz is another favourite stop in Mexico. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Veracruz Cathedral, San Juan de Ulúan and Malecón Veracruz Puerto.
