Travelling from Medellin to Atlanta: what you need to know
Medellin's main base, Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE), is where countless awesome holidays begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Medellin to Atlanta.
Hop off the plane at Atlanta's major arrival point, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Medellin to Atlanta. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. A good rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
To enter United States for tourism purposes, you'll need an embassy visa if you hold a passport from Colombia. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need other documents depending on the purpose and length of your visit. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before booking your cheap flight from Medellin to Atlanta.
Flying from Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
We make it simple to plan a flight from Medellin to Atlanta that includes a stopover. To see the options leaving from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
To get to MDE from central Medellin, it takes about 36 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near Jose Maria Cordova International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Medellin to Atlanta or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to the centre of Atlanta is around 17 minutes by car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 9 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Medellin to Atlanta, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near ATL:
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Atlanta
Right now, R 3,696 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Medellin to Atlanta. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 5,922. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from Medellin to Atlanta, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap tickets from Medellin to Atlanta is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to show the lowest fares across every month and score a great deal.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time looking for cheap tickets from Medellin to Atlanta every day.
Play around with filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Medellin to Atlanta, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Best time to go to Atlanta
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Medellin to Atlanta. July is the most popular month to travel to Atlanta. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
When booking your flight from Medellin to Atlanta, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Atlanta, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 34ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -3ºC and 14ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Medellin to Atlanta sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Atlanta
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Atlanta right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Medellin to Atlanta:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Georgia Aquarium, Centennial Olympic Park and Piedmont Park are highlights which should feature on any good Atlanta itinerary.
Complete your Atlanta trip with a car rental
Browse our range of car rentals once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Medellin to Atlanta. Whether you want an economy ride, a standard vehicle or even something that'll turn heads, you can easily compare companies in one go to get the best deal.
