Travelling from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Medellin: what you need to know
Minneapolis (the location of Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport) and Medellin share the same timezone — UTC-5.
To avoid missing your MSP to Medellin flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing for flight tickets from MSP to Medellin, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Minneapolis, MSP can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to MSP? If you're boarding an early flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Medellin, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport's on-time performance, 77.37% of flights complete their journey on time.
MSP is located at 6040 28th Avenue South.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Medellin
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Medellin flight is RM850. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM2,445. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from MSP to Medellin. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Scoring cheap tickets from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Medellin is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to get the best prices throughout the month and bag an awesome deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MSP to Medellin by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Medellin.
Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Medellin. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 35 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to MDE if you have a late flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Medellin. Select one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
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 discover more of Medellin and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport around one week in advance of your flight from MSP to Medellin.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
After your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Medellin has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 15 minutes by car. Central Medellin is roughly 6 kilometres from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 30 minutes.
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near EOH. Kick back and get cosy after your MSP to Medellin flight at one of these well-located options:
Why wait around for a cab? An Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car lets you get moving right away. Put on your favourite playlist and hit the open road with a set of wheels from Confort Rent a Car or Green Motion.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from EOH one week ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Medellin. The city comes alive during high season, but rates are usually higher and major attractions can be crowded. Plan your trip to Medellin in the off-season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Medellin flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MSP to Medellin in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
More about Medellin
After booking your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Medellin, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Medellin:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Botero Plaza, Parque Arvi and Pueblito Paisa are must-do's during your Medellin adventure.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is just one of the many places in Colombia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Medellin. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Colombia, head for Cali, about 322 kilometres south of Medellin. Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia are among its highlights.