Travelling from Medellin to Toronto: what you need to know
Medellin's main base, Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Medellin to Toronto.
When flying into Toronto, hop off the plane at Pearson International Airport (YYZ) or Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) is another gateway to this city.
Toronto is one hour ahead of Medellin and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your Medellin to Toronto flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Toronto
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap Medellin to Toronto flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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Flying from Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your Medellin to Toronto flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
To reach MDE from central Medellin, it takes about 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. It's roughly 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
In search of a handy hotel near Jose Maria Cordova International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Medellin to Toronto, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, 69.76% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Arriving in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto takes around 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Medellin to Toronto. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YYZ instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Pearson International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and explore beyond Toronto's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from Pearson International Airport about three weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) is roughly 3 kilometres from central Toronto. Once you've hopped off your flight from Medellin to Toronto, it'll take you approximately 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 40 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near YTZ. Kick back after your Medellin to Toronto flight at one of these perfectly located options:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz, National or Avis and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Snap up a deal by booking your ride from YTZ one week in advance. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Step off your flight from Medellin to Toronto and head directly to your hotel or start exploring right away. The centre of Toronto is around 80 kilometres from Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) and usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes to drive there.
The journey takes about 4 hours 5 minutes when travelling on public transport.
Enjoy a low-stress, comfortable start to your break by checking in to a hotel near YKF after your Medellin to Toronto flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or just give yourself time to get your bearings in a new destination at:
Start your trip without worrying about how to reach your destination with a Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car. Book your ideal wheels with trusted companies here like Avis, Enterprise and Budget.
If you're hoping for a specific kind of vehicle, booking early gives you a better shot at finding what you want. Reserve your ride from YKF a few weeks ahead of your flight from Medellin to Toronto.
Best time to go to Toronto
August is the busiest month for flights from Medellin to Toronto. To avoid the crowds, go to Toronto in February.
When booking your Medellin to Toronto tickets, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Toronto, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Medellin to Toronto in January when temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF).
More about Toronto
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Toronto right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Medellin to Toronto:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are must-do's during your Toronto adventure.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Toronto, now it's time to explore more of Canada. Travel around 499 kilometres north-east to Montreal to tick off its must-visit sights. From Mount Royal Park to Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Ottawa is another must-experience destination in Canada and is around 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto. No journey is complete without dropping by Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.