Flying from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport.
Medellin's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Lima.
Take your pick of 15 weekly Jorge Chavez International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport flights. The 01:55 departure with AVIANCA is the earliest available. LATAM Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 23:40.
To ensure you catch your LIM to MDE flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, so jetting off to Medellin (and then discovering more of Colombia!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is AVIANCA.
LATAM Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering LIM to MDE flights, with 70.73% of its services landing on schedule.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between LIM and MDE include:
El Dorado International Airport
Rafael Nunez International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Jorge Chavez International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport flight is RM378. A return plane ticket is currently RM955. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from LIM to MDE by booking at least nine months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from LIM to MDE by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Jorge Chavez International Airport has an excellent on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from LIM touch down on schedule 81.53% of the time.
Jorge Chavez International Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Lima. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near LIM. Whether you're taking an early flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
If you're getting in on a late Jorge Chavez International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near MDE:
Go where the road takes you with a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Confort Rent a Car and experience more of Medellin and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to central Medellin
From Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, Medellin is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
The quietest month for a flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Medellin based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Medellin during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LIM to MDE in July. Temperatures average between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is just one of the many places in Colombia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Medellin. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
Cali is another standout destination in Colombia and is around 322 kilometres south of Medellin. No journey is complete without visiting Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.