Travelling from Washington DC to Medellin: what you need to know
Planning your flight from Washington DC to Medellin begins with finding the most convenient airport to kick off your trip. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are the main departure points in Washington DC.
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is where your flight will arrive in Medellin.
The timezone in Medellin is UTC-5, which is one hour behind Washington DC.
Allow plenty of time to make your Washington DC to Medellin flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Medellin
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Flying from Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even tour another city. When searching for Washington DC to Medellin flights departing from Ronald Reagan National Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
DCA is about 6 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near Ronald Reagan National Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Washington DC to Medellin or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
76.44% of flights taking off from Ronald Reagan National Airport make it to their destination on time.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your Washington DC to Medellin flight. Visit family or friends or cross another city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, here's where you can stop between Washington Dulles International Airport and Medellin:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
With public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 50 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Washington DC to Medellin, kick back in one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport:
74% of flights out of Washington Dulles International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
You can book a ticket from Washington DC to Medellin with a stop or two leaving from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). These are some of the most popular stopovers between BWI and Medellin:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
The journey time to BWI from central Washington DC is around 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 50 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and know you'll get to your boarding gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Washington DC to Medellin flight:
Flights departing from BWI reach their destination on schedule 77.13% of the time.
Arriving in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Medellin. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 35 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to MDE if you're coming in on a late flight from Washington DC to Medellin. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
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 you can book with here.
For the best deal, book your ride from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport about one week ahead of your Washington DC to Medellin flight.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
After your flight from Washington DC to Medellin has touched down, you can reach the city centre in around 15 minutes by car. Central Medellin is approximately 3 kilometres from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 30 minutes.
Touch down, collect your Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car, and drive off without skipping a beat. Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion are well-known providers to take your pick of here.
Score the best price by securing your ride from EOH one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Medellin
April is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to Medellin, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Medellin based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Medellin is August, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your Washington DC to Medellin ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
July has average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Search for cheap flights from Washington DC to Medellin around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Medellin
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Medellin right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Medellin:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Parque Arvi, Botero Plaza and Pueblito Paisa are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Medellin itinerary.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Colombia just waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometres south-east of Medellin, a trip to Bogota will keep you busy. Start with leading 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 essential stop in Colombia. No visit is complete without checking out Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.