How many flights from Medellín to Quito are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 24.9% of flights from Medellín to Quito were non-stop. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 1. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes involve at least one connection.

How many hours is the flight from Medellín to Quito?

The direct flight from Medellín to Quito typically takes about 1 hour and 35 minutes, covering a distance of 771 kilometers. Flights with one stopover, on average, have a median duration of 4 hours and 30 minutes. Travelers should consider the difference in flight time when choosing between direct and connecting options.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Medellín to Quito?

Historically, good prices on flights from Medellín to Quito have been frequent. This route is consistently observed to offer competitive fares. Travelers looking for deals can often find them across the trailing 30 days.

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MDE - Quito
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Medellín to Quito: Overview

Insights for flights from Medellín to Quito

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Medellín to Quito, the data indicates that April, October, and December are typically the most affordable months, with median fares around $225 for each. These months present the best opportunities for finding value on this route.

Right now, fares from Medellín to Quito typically range from $224–$257, with a median of $229. Current prices are significantly above the typical level for this route, suggesting that it may be a more expensive time to fly. New deals appear almost daily, so monitoring prices could be beneficial.

When flying from Medellín to Quito, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 24.9% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means you should generally expect to make at least one stop on your journey.

A typical journey from Medellín to Quito takes approximately 4h 25m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries on this route involve at least one stopover, making it important to consider the total travel time when planning your trip.

The flight distance between Medellín and Quito is 771 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul route. This relatively short distance means that even with connections, the overall travel time remains manageable.

How much is a round trip from Medellín to Quito

Regular price: $263 - $342

Prices for flights from Medellín to Quito are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Medellín to Quito is between $263 and $342. The current lowest deal is $330 with Avianca for travel from Aug 6-Aug 9.

now $330

Low $263

High $342

The cheapest time to fly from Medellín to Quito

The cheapest month to fly from MDE to UIO is April, with a median price of $225. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $413. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $225

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $413

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Direct flights from Medellín to Quito

Avianca

Last-minute flights going from Medellín to Quito

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MDE - Quito

Medellín (MDE) - Quito (UIO)

Avianca

$373

$366

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MDE - Quito

Medellín (MDE) - Quito (UIO)

Avianca

$385

$382

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MDE - Quito

Medellín (MDE) - Quito (UIO)

LATAM Chile

$340

$380

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

MDE - Quito

Medellín (MDE) - Quito (UIO)

Avianca

$326

$330

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

MDE - Quito

Medellín (MDE) - Quito (UIO)

LATAM Chile

$267

$356

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

MDE - Quito

Medellín (MDE) - Quito (UIO)

LATAM Chile

$237

$357

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Medellín to Quito

3 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 4

$373 → $366

1 night

Aug 1 - Aug 2

$385 → $382

3 nights

Aug 6 - Aug 9

$326 → $330

4 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 14

$320 → $344

Popular Airports to fly from Medellín to Quito

Medellín - Quito route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Medellín to Quito are above the typical level, with a median price of $326.

📅 Best time to fly

April, October, and December are historically cheapest

Historically, April, October, and December offer the lowest median prices at $225 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 4h 25m

The median flight duration from Medellín to Quito is 4 hours and 25 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 24.9% of recent flights from Medellín to Quito are direct, with connecting flights dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Avianca offers direct flights

Avianca is one airline offering direct flights for the Medellín to Quito route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Medellín to Quito are frequent, appearing often over a 30-day window.

Medellín main airports to depart from

José María Córdova International (MDE)

Cheapest

José María Córdova International is a good option for flights from Medellín to Quito, offering competitive prices.

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

💸 Flights from ~$324

Quito main airports to arrive at

Mariscal Sucre International (UIO)

Cheapest

Mariscal Sucre International Airport is the primary gateway to Quito, offering convenient access for your trip.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$323

Airports nearby Quito used as alternative

José Joaquín de Olmedo International (GYE)

Consider GYE as Ecuador's other major international gateway with extensive domestic and international routes.

📍 ~270 km from Quito (approximately 6-7 hours by road or a 50-minute flight)

💸 Flights from ~$321

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Quito

78% AI deal score

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Quito

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Medellín to Quito is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $235. Booking within 0-6 days of departure sees a slight increase to an average of $245. Conversely, booking 60+ days out tends to result in higher prices, averaging around $298.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Medellín to Quito is considered to be $224 or less. The median price for this route was $229. Prices generally start to increase significantly above $257, which represents the 75th percentile of fares observed.

Historically, April, October, and December have been the cheapest months to fly from Medellín to Quito, with a median price of $225 in each of these months. The annual median price for this route is $229. While April is listed as one of the cheapest months, it also appears as the most expensive month in some observations, indicating price variability within that month.

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Medellín to Quito: Overview

Insights for flights from Medellín to Quito

How much is a round trip from Medellín to Quito

Regular price: $263 - $342

Prices for flights from Medellín to Quito are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Medellín to Quito is between $263 and $342. The current lowest deal is $330 with Avianca for travel from Aug 6-Aug 9.

now $330

Low $263

High $342

The cheapest time to fly from Medellín to Quito

The cheapest month to fly from MDE to UIO is April, with a median price of $225. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $413. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $225

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $413

Jan

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Mar

Apr

May

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Jul

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Dec