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Today’s best flight deals from Rio de Janeiro to Medellín

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June 24 - June 25

Cheapest

GIG - Medellín

$513

$479

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June 18 - June 25

Cheapest

Earliest

GIG - Medellín

$485

$479

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June 18 - June 23

Cheapest

Earliest

GIG - Medellín

$509

$479

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June 18 - June 24

Earliest

GIG - Medellín

$486

$480

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June 26 - July 4

GIG - Medellín

$446

$481

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October 2 - October 9

GIG - Medellín

$476

$486

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November 8 - November 16

GIG - Medellín

$423

$486

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November 11 - November 18

GIG - Medellín

$425

$486

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November 5 - November 8

GIG - Medellín

$428

$486

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December 16 - December 22

Best

GIG - Medellín

$653

$486

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Insights for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Medellín

Fares for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Medellín typically range from $287–$445, with a median of $344. Right now, fares are above the typical level, with only 12% of recent fares classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to Medellín.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Medellín, February stands out with a median fare of $258. Other favorable months include September, with a median fare of $280, and December, where the median fare is $283. These months offer more budget-friendly options compared to the overall median.

A typical journey from Rio de Janeiro to Medellín takes approximately 14h 0m, including connections. Most itineraries connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers being 2 when connecting. There are currently no direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to Medellín.

The route from Rio de Janeiro to Medellín covers a distance of 4756 km, classifying it as a long-haul journey. This significant distance means travelers should anticipate a longer travel time, often involving multiple connections to reach their destination.

How much is a round trip from Rio de Janeiro to Medellín

Regular price: $442 - $636

Prices for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Medellín are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $442 and $636. The current lowest deal is $479 with Copa Airlines for travel from Jun 24-Jun 25.

now $479

Low $442

High $636

The cheapest time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Medellín

The cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Medellín is February, with a median price of $258. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $604. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $258

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $604

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Direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to Medellín

City Connexion Airlines

LATAM Chile

Copa Airlines

Avianca

Last-minute flights going from Rio de Janeiro to Medellín

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

GIG - Medellín

Rio de Janeiro (GIG) - Medellín (MDE)

Copa Airlines

$485

$479

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

GIG - Medellín

Rio de Janeiro (GIG) - Medellín (MDE)

Copa Airlines

$509

$479

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

GIG - Medellín

Rio de Janeiro (GIG) - Medellín (MDE)

Copa Airlines

$486

$480

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

GIG - Medellín

Rio de Janeiro (GIG) - Medellín (MDE)

Copa Airlines

$548

$518

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

GIG - Medellín

Rio de Janeiro (GIG) - Medellín (MDE)

City Connexion Airlines

$470

$512

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

GIG - Medellín

Rio de Janeiro (GIG) - Medellín (MDE)

Avianca

$548

$535

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Medellín

8 nights

Dec 16 - Dec 24

$656 → $486

26%

6 nights

Dec 16 - Dec 22

$653 → $486

26%

9 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 13

$646 → $490

24%

6 nights

Dec 17 - Dec 23

$653 → $513

21%

Popular Airports to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Medellín

Rio de Janeiro - Medellín route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Rio de Janeiro to Medellín are above the typical level, with a current price of $479.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in February for the best prices

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Medellín, with a median price of $258.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 14h 0m

Flights from Rio de Janeiro to Medellín typically involve connecting flights, with a median duration of 14h 0m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Frequent deals on connecting flights

Deals for connecting flights from Rio de Janeiro to Medellín are frequent, with over one deal per day.

🏆 Airline highlight

Copa Airlines offers deals from $479

Copa Airlines recently offered a deal for $479 from Rio de Janeiro to Medellín.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider connecting flights for this route

Direct flights are not available for Rio de Janeiro to Medellín; consider routes with two or more stopovers.

Rio de Janeiro main airports to depart from

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International (GIG)

Cheapest

Fly from GIG for a potentially cheaper option when traveling from Rio de Janeiro to Medellín.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$479

Jacarepaguá Airport (RRJ)

Consider RRJ for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Medellín, offering another departure point.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$614

Santos Dumont (SDU)

Depart from SDU for flights to Medellín, providing an alternative departure airport in Rio de Janeiro.

📍 ~1 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$537

Medellín main airports to arrive at

José María Córdova International (MDE)

Cheapest

José María Córdova International Airport is a primary arrival option for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Medellín.

📍 ~20 km from Medellín (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$479

Olaya Herrera (EOH)

Olaya Herrera Airport offers an alternative arrival point for travelers flying from Rio de Janeiro to Medellín.

📍 ~3 km from Medellín (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$575

Airports nearby Medellín used as alternative

El Dorado International (BOG)

Cheapest

El Dorado International is a primary international hub, offering extensive routes and connections not available at MDE.

📍 ~250 km from Medellín (reachable by car or connecting flight)

💸 Flights from ~$418

Matecaña International (PEI)

Matecaña International is a major regional airport with international connections, serving the Coffee Axis region.

📍 ~135 km from Medellín (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$490

El Edén International (AXM)

El Edén International offers international status with modern facilities, a good secondary option if MDE flights are unavailable.

📍 ~175 km from Medellín (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$539

La Nubia (MZL)

La Nubia is geographically the closest major city airport in the Coffee Axis, useful for domestic hops.

📍 ~70 km from Medellín (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$643

Perales (IBE)

Perales is an alternative domestic gateway for central Colombia, less prone to specific weather issues.

📍 ~190 km from Medellín (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$630

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Medellín

75% AI deal score

$2,163

From GIG

Elite

Jun 26

Medellín, Colombia

75% AI deal score

$2,337

$2,243

Save $94

From GIG

Elite

Jul 15

Medellín, Colombia

70% AI deal score

$2,772

From GIG

Elite

Jun 18

Medellín, Colombia

68% AI deal score

$3,083

From GIG

Elite

Aug 21

Medellín, Colombia

66% AI deal score

$5,112

From GIG

Elite

Aug 21

Medellín, Colombia

66% AI deal score

$5,438

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Medellín

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and online travel agencies can also help you discover better deals. Setting up price alerts may notify you when fares drop for your desired route.

Booking flights in advance often provides more options and potentially lower prices, especially for international routes. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, though they are less common. Monitoring price trends can help you decide on an optimal booking time.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more economical flight options. While it may add to your ground travel time, the savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the cost and convenience of transportation to and from alternative airports.

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