Flying from Belfast to Medellin: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Belfast. Check out your options departing from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) when booking your flight from Belfast to Medellin.
Come in for landing at Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE), the primary gateway of Medellin.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Belfast to Medellin. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You won't need a visa for Colombia if you hold a passport from United Kingdom and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to changes or updates. So before booking your cheap flights from Belfast to Medellin, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
Flying from Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Travelling from central Belfast to BFS takes about 2 hours and 2 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 31 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Belfast International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Belfast to Medellin, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
With public transport, you can travel from central Belfast to BHD in around 22 minutes. The terminal is roughly 8 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 12 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Belfast to Medellin, stay in one of these hotels near George Best Belfast City Airport:
Arriving in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Medellin. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 36 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Belfast to Medellin. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MDE instead:
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
After your flight from Belfast to Medellin has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in around 16 minutes by car. Central Medellin is roughly 6 kilometres from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH).
You can expect the journey to take approximately 31 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to EOH. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Belfast to Medellin:
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Medellin
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Medellin is R 9,554. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 18,225. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from Belfast to Medellin. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Belfast to Medellin throughout the month. It's the best way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for cheap tickets from Belfast to Medellin every day.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Belfast to Medellin.
Best time to go to Medellin
August is the busiest month for flights from Belfast to Medellin. To travel when it's less crowded, head to Medellin in April.
Before you book a flight from Belfast to Medellin, consider the kind of weather you like best. August is the warmest month in Medellin, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC to 27ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Belfast to Medellin in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 11ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Medellin
Start your Medellin trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Belfast to Medellin, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Medellin itinerary.
Complete your Medellin trip with a car rental
Explore our lineup of car rentals once you've found your hotel and cheap flight from Belfast to Medellin. Whether you're searching for a compact ride, an SUV or something with all the extras, you can compare companies in one go to get the best deal.
