Flying from Stansted Airport (STN) to Medellin: what you need to know
Stansted Airport is located in London. Based in the UTC-5 timezone, Medellin is five hours behind London.
For a relaxed start to your STN to Medellin flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Whether you're eager to explore a new city along the way or just take a break, we make it easy to find flight tickets from STN to Medellin with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) is a top connection hub.
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of London, STN can be reached in about 1 hour by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near STN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Stansted Airport to Medellin or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are worth a look:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Stansted Airport, data shows 64.73% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Medellin
The best price we've seen for a one-way Stansted Airport to Medellin flight is RM1,382. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM3,156. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from STN to Medellin if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
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Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is around 24 kilometres from central Medellin. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Stansted Airport to Medellin. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MDE instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Confort Rent a Car and explore beyond Medellin's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from STN to Medellin can help you secure the lowest rate.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) is about 6 kilometres from the centre of Medellin. Following your flight from Stansted Airport to Medellin, it'll take you around 15 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 30 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to EOH. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your STN to Medellin flight:
Grab an Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car and be your own tour guide. You can choose from leading providers like Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion.
Get the pick of the lot. Booking your ride from EOH one week in advance often means more savings and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
Plan your trip to Medellin during high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Stansted Airport to Medellin in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
When booking your Stansted Airport to Medellin flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Medellin, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from STN to Medellin in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
More about Medellin
Once you've booked your flight from Stansted Airport to Medellin, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Medellin:
Botero Plaza and Parque Arvi are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Medellin itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Pueblito Paisa.
Explore more of Colombia
Bogota is just one of the many cities in Colombia waiting to be explored after you've seen Medellin. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
Around 322 kilometres south of Medellin, Cali is another essential stop in Colombia. No visit is complete without checking out Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.