Travelling from Medellin to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with working out where you'll leave from in Medellin. Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Medellin to Buenos Aires taking off from here.
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) and Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) are Buenos Aires's chief entry points.
Hop on a direct Medellin to Buenos Aires flight and you'll be flying for an average of 6 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Buenos Aires is UTC-3, which is two hours ahead of Medellin.
The most popular route for flights from Medellin to Buenos Aires is from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE). You can select from seven services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to maximise your time on arrival, the earliest flight from MDE to EZE is the 16:50 AVIANCA option. If you prefer to travel later, the final scheduled service is at 17:00 with AVIANCA.
To ensure you make it on your Medellin to Buenos Aires flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
Flying over a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Buenos Aires
Right now, RM770 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Medellin to Buenos Aires. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM1,654. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book six months before you want to travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Medellin to Buenos Aires flights.
September is the best month for landing an awesome deal on a plane ticket from Medellin to Buenos Aires. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Flying from Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
If you're after a direct flight from Medellin to Buenos Aires, you can depart from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE). Travel from MDE to Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) in one seamless journey.
AVIANCA is a popular carrier that offers direct Medellin to Buenos Aires plane tickets leaving from MDE.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing Medellin to Buenos Aires flights leaving from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Central Medellin to MDE is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 35 minutes to reach there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching an early flight from Medellin to Buenos Aires? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport:
Of all flights departing from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, 69.76% touch down on time at their destination.
Arriving in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
The distance from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) to central Buenos Aires is roughly 6 kilometres. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 40 minutes to get there on public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near AEP if you have a late flight from Medellin to Buenos Aires. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Jorge Newbery Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz, Localiza or rentar low cost and explore beyond Buenos Aires's main sights.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Jorge Newbery Airport about one week before your trip.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
The centre of Buenos Aires is about 24 kilometres from Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE). After your flight from Medellin to Buenos Aires has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 35 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 2 hours 10 minutes.
After your flight from Medellin to Buenos Aires, kick back at a hotel close to EZE. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Ministro Pistarini Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz, Cactus or Localiza and set off in the blink of an eye.
Lock in the best price by securing your ride from EZE one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
August is the most popular month for flights from Medellin to Buenos Aires. To escape the crowds, visit Buenos Aires in April.
Lock in a Medellin to Buenos Aires ticket departing in January if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Buenos Aires to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Search for cheap flights from Medellin to Buenos Aires around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Buenos Aires
Once you've booked your flight from Medellin to Buenos Aires, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Buenos Aires:
Obelisco de Buenos Aires and Recoleta Cemetery are just two of the major attractions to put on your Buenos Aires must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Casa Rosada.
Explore more of Argentina
You've done Buenos Aires, now it's time to discover other parts of Argentina. Travel about 274 kilometres north-west to Rosario to check off its must-visit sights. From Monumento a la Bandera (Flag Monument) to Predio Ferial Parque de la Independencia and Parque Nacional a la Bandera, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 56 kilometres south-east of Buenos Aires, La Plata is another essential stop in Argentina. Experience major highlights starting with Busto de Francisco Lopez Merino, Estacion circunvalacion and Museo Almafuerte.