Flying from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE): what you need to know
Medellin's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Medellin two hours ahead of San Diego.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your SAN to MDE flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Choose a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from San Diego International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. John F. Kennedy International Airport is a popular stopover on the SAN to MDE route.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport flight is RM804. A return ticket is currently RM1,797. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SAN to MDE if you book in advance. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from SAN to MDE.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from San Diego International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport.
Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)
You'll find SAN at Airport Drive.
71.38% of flights taking off from San Diego International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central San Diego to San Diego International Airport is around 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of around 20 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to SAN:
Arriving at Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
If you're landing on a late San Diego International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near MDE:
Pick up a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car and explore Medellin and beyond with your own wheels. Localiza, Green Motion and Confort Rent a Car are top outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport about one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
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 get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from San Diego International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Medellin. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Medellin is August, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from San Diego International Airport to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
July sees average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SAN to MDE around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Colombia waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometres south-east of Medellin, a visit to Bogota will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
Around 322 kilometres south of Medellin, Cali is another favourite stop in Colombia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.