Travelling from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Medellin: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Medellin is 6 hours 4 minutes.
The timezone in Medellin is UTC-5. The city is 2 hours behind Santiago, where Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is located.
With 15 flights a week between the two airports, Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) is the most popular route. Avianca operates the earliest flight at 01:50. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure from SCL to MDE is with JetSmart at 09:09.
To ensure you get on your flight from SCL to Medellin, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
You can get a direct flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Medellin. Begin your journey at SCL and touch down at Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE).
Be on the lookout for promotions from JetSmart. This airline has direct flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Medellin.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from SCL to Medellin. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Alfonso B. Aragon Airport (CLO)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
You can visit Colombia for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from Chile. But before reserving your cheap tickets from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Medellin, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules can change, and you may require some travel documents if your trip is for work or other reasons.
SCL is around 19 kilometres from central Santiago. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour and 14 minutes.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near SCL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Medellin or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to Medellin
R 2,163 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Medellin. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 5,206. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book 9 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SCL to Medellin.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Medellin. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to central Medellin takes about 36 minutes by car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Medellin, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near MDE:
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) is about 6 kilometres from central Medellin. Following your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Medellin, it'll take you around 16 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take around 31 minutes.
After your flight from SCL to Medellin, unwind at a hotel near EOH. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Medellin
August is the busiest month for flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Medellin. To skip the crowds, head to Medellin in April when things are quieter.
Before you book a flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Medellin, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Medellin, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 27ºC.
Search for cheap flights from SCL to Medellin in July if you want to travel in 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 ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Medellin, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Parque Arvi, Comuna 13 and Botero Plaza are must-do's during your Medellin adventure.
Complete your Medellin trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Medellin and explore the city in your own time. Easily compare options in one place to find your ideal ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Medellin.
