Travelling from Milan to Medellin: what you need to know
Organising your flight from Milan to Medellin begins with finding the best airport to kick off your trip. Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY) and Milan Linate Airport (LIN) are the main terminals in Milan.
Come in for landing at Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE), the chief entry point to Medellin.
The timezone in Medellin is UTC-5, which is six hours behind Milan.
To ensure you get on your Milan to Medellin flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Medellin
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Flying from Milan
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Finding a stopover on your Milan to Medellin flight is a cinch. Whether you'd like to potentially save money on your fare or break up your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options. A key stop when departing from Milan Malpensa Airport is New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK).
MXP is about 40 kms (25 miles) from central Milan. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to Milan Malpensa Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Milan to Medellin, these stays will have you sleeping nice and close to your departure gate:
76% of flights leaving from Milan Malpensa Airport reach their destination on time.
Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY)
Break up your Milan to Medellin flight with a stop at Madrid Airport (MAD). A main stopover between Milan Bergamo Airport and Medellin, it's a great opportunity to enjoy some downtime before continuing your journey.
BGY is about 48 kms (30 miles) from central Milan. It takes 50 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Milan to Medellin? Kick back in a hotel near Milan Bergamo Airport before your holiday officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
75% of flights leaving Milan Bergamo Airport meet their expected arrival time.
Milan Linate Airport (LIN)
You can reserve a ticket from Milan to Medellin out of Milan Linate Airport (LIN) with a stopover. Madrid Airport (MAD) is a popular connection point.
From the centre of Milan, LIN is around 8 kms (5 miles) away. It'll take you roughly 20 minutes to get to the airport by car and 30 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Wake up, take it easy and still make your Milan to Medellin flight with time to spare. These hotels near Milan Linate Airport make departure day effortless if you're jetting off early:
With 83% of its departing flights arriving as scheduled, LIN is a dependable starting point for any journey.
Arriving in Medellin
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE)
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE) is approximately 18 kms (11 miles) from the centre of Medellin. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 45 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Milan to Medellin. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MDE instead:
Grab a Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport rental car and explore Medellin and beyond with your own set of wheels. Localiza, Green Motion and Confort Rent a Car are top providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport around one week before your trip.
Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
The centre of Medellin is about 3 kms (2 miles) from Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). As soon as your flight from Milan to Medellin has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 15 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in approximately 25 minutes.
After your flight from Milan to Medellin, settle in at a hotel near EOH. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Touch down, grab your Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car, and hit the road without skipping a beat. Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion are top companies to take your pick of here.
Get the pick of the lot. Booking your ride from EOH one week ahead of time often means better prices and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
March is the quietest month for flights from Milan to Medellin, while December is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Medellin based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Medellin is August, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC and 27ºC. Book your Milan to Medellin ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
December has average temperatures of between 9ºC and 24ºC. Look for cheap flights from Milan to Medellin around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Medellin
Start your Medellin trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Milan to Medellin, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Palacio de Bellas Artes, Museo comuna 13 and Laguna de Guatape are must-do's during your Medellin adventure.
Explore more of Colombia
You've visited Medellin, now it's time to discover more of Colombia. Journey about 241 kms (150 miles) southeast to Bogota to check off its top attractions. From Teatro Colon Bogota to Gold Museum and Museum of Contemporary Art of Bogota, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Cali is another must-experience destination in Colombia and is around 322 kms (200 miles) south of Medellin. No journey is complete without a visit to Cristo Rey, Parque Simón Bolívar and San Felipe Lodge. Birding & Wellness RN.
