Flying from Belfast to Medellin: what you need to know
Belfast has a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Belfast to Medellin leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is where you'll be landing in Medellin.
The timezone in Medellin is UTC-5, which is five hours behind Belfast.
Leave enough time to get on your Belfast to Medellin flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Medellin
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Belfast to Medellin flights if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
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Flying from Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Located around 19 kilometres from central Belfast, BFS can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 2 hours.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Belfast International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Belfast to Medellin or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to Belfast International Airport's on-time performance, 67.55% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Belfast to BHD in around 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 5 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 10 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not book an extra night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near George Best Belfast City Airport the day before your flight from Belfast to Medellin:
George Best Belfast City Airport has an on-time performance of 68%. This figure shows how often flights departing from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to central Medellin takes about 35 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.
Consider booking a hotel close to MDE if you're coming in on a late flight from Belfast to Medellin. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car and explore Medellin and beyond with your own set of wheels. Localiza, Green Motion and Confort Rent a Car are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport about one week before your travel date.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Central Medellin is approximately 3 kilometres from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH). Once your flight from Belfast to Medellin has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 15 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 30 minutes on public transport.
Why wait around? An Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car lets you get going right away. Find the perfect playlist and hit the road with a set of wheels from Confort Rent a Car or Green Motion.
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride one week ahead of your arrival at EOH will help you save.
Best time to go to Medellin
August is the most popular month for flights from Belfast to Medellin. To escape the crowds, go to Medellin in April.
Before locking in your Belfast to Medellin tickets, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Medellin, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Belfast to Medellin in July when temperatures average between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Medellin
Start your Medellin trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Belfast to Medellin, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Parque Arvi, Botero Plaza and Pueblito Paisa are leading attractions which should feature on any good Medellin itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
You've done Medellin, now it's time to explore more of Colombia. Journey about 241 kilometres south-east to Bogota to check off its top attractions. From Gold Museum to Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Colombia, consider Cali, about 322 kilometres south of Medellin. Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia are among its highlights.
