Flying from Seattle to Medellin: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your trip from in Seattle. Check out your options leaving from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Seattle Lake Union SPB Airport (LKE) when planning your flight from Seattle to Medellin.
Touch down at Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE), the primary gateway of Medellin.
The timezone in Medellin is UTC-5, which is three hours ahead of Seattle.
Leave plenty of time to get on your Seattle to Medellin flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Medellin
To find cheap Seattle to Medellin flights, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your plane ticket from Seattle to Medellin.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from Seattle to Medellin by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' Seattle to Medellin flights.
Flying from Seattle
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Seattle to Medellin flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Cancun Airport (CUN)
Located around 19 kilometres from central Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Seattle to Medellin? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport:
80% of flights departing from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport reach their destination on time. Given its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to experience delays when setting off from SEA.
Arriving in Medellin
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE)
The distance from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE) to central Medellin is roughly 18 kilometres. It'll take you about 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Seattle to Medellin. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MDE instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Confort Rent a Car and chase adventure across Medellin and beyond.
Booking your ride from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport about one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) is roughly 3 kilometres from the centre of Medellin. Once you've disembarked your flight from Seattle to Medellin, it takes approximately 15 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 25 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near EOH. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Seattle to Medellin:
Pick up a Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car and set the course for your next destination. You can select from leading rental outlets like Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion.
Don't pay more than you need to. Booking your ride one week before your arrival at EOH can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Medellin
December is the busiest month for flights from Seattle to Medellin. To skip the crowds, go to Medellin in March.
Before locking in your Seattle to Medellin tickets, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Medellin, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
December has average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Search for cheap flights from Seattle to Medellin around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Medellin
After booking your flight from Seattle to Medellin, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Medellin:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Palacio de Bellas Artes, Museo comuna 13 and Laguna de Guatape are highlights which should feature on any good Medellin itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Colombia just waiting to be explored. Around 241 kilometres southeast of Medellin, a trip to Bogota will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Teatro Colon Bogota, Gold Museum and Museum of Contemporary Art of Bogota.
Around 322 kilometres south of Medellin, Cali is another favourite stop in Colombia. Start your sightseeing at Cristo Rey, Parque Simón Bolívar and San Felipe Lodge. Birding & Wellness RN.
