Are there direct flights from Quito to Medellín?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 21.9% of flights from Quito to Medellín were direct. For travelers with connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was 1. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes include at least one stop. Travelers should consider both direct and connecting options when planning their journey.

How many hours is the flight from Quito to Medellín?

The median flight time for a direct flight from Quito to Medellín is typically 1 hour and 30 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to 4 hours and 15 minutes. The total distance covered on this route is 771 kilometers. Travelers should account for these differences in duration when choosing between direct and connecting options.

How often do Quito to Medellín flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Quito to Medellín route have shown frequent drops. This suggests that travelers may often find opportunities to secure better fares. Keeping an eye on price fluctuations can be beneficial when planning a trip between these two cities.

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UIO - Medellín
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Quito to Medellín: Overview

Insights for flights from Quito to Medellín

A typical journey from Quito to Medellín takes about 4h 5m, including connections. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this duration accounts for the layovers travelers typically experience. When flying this route, you can expect to make 1 stopover on connecting itineraries.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Quito to Medellín, fares typically range from $222–$337, with a median of $229. Right now, fares are significantly above the typical level, indicating a less opportune time for booking. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial for finding better value.

The cheapest time to fly from Quito to Medellín is often in May, November, and June, with median fares for these months all at $229. This consistency across multiple months provides flexibility for planning your trip while still securing a favorable price.

The distance between Quito and Medellín is 771 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This relatively short distance contributes to the overall journey time, even with typical connections.

How much is a round trip from Quito to Medellín

Regular price: $251 - $492

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

The regular price range for flights from Quito to Medellín is typically between $251 and $492. The current lowest deal is $278 with Avianca for travel from Oct 2-Oct 9.

now $278

Low $251

High $492

The cheapest time to fly from Quito to Medellín

The cheapest month to fly from UIO to MDE is January, with a median price of $229. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $383. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $229

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $383

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Direct flights from Quito to Medellín

Avianca

Last-minute flights going from Quito to Medellín

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

UIO - Medellín

Quito (UIO) - Medellín (MDE)

$589

$356

One-way

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

UIO - Medellín

Quito (UIO) - Medellín (MDE)

LATAM Chile

$497

$401

One-way

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

UIO - Medellín

Quito (UIO) - Medellín (MDE)

LATAM Chile

$578

$459

One-way

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

UIO - Medellín

Quito (UIO) - Medellín (MDE)

LATAM Chile

$534

$460

One-way

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

UIO - Medellín

Quito (UIO) - Medellín (MDE)

LATAM Chile

$574

$485

One-way

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

UIO - Medellín

Quito (UIO) - Medellín (MDE)

LATAM Chile

$574

$496

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 24 - Aug 26

$589 → $356

40%

2 nights

Aug 29 - Aug 31

$550 → $367

33%

4 nights

Aug 27 - Aug 31

$567 → $386

32%

1 night

Aug 29 - Aug 30

$548 → $401

27%

Popular Airports to fly from Quito to Medellín

Quito - Medellín route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Quito to Medellín are below the typical level, at $278.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May, November, or June

Historically, May, November, and June offer the lowest median prices at $229.

⏱️ Flight duration

4h 5m is the typical flight time

The typical flight duration from Quito to Medellín is 4 hours and 5 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 78.1% of routes, with a median of 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Avianca offers direct flights

Avianca is one airline that offers direct flights from Quito to Medellín.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights on this route are frequent, appearing often within a 30-day window.

Quito main airports to depart from

Mariscal Sucre International (UIO)

Cheapest

Fly from Mariscal Sucre International for direct routes to Medellín, offering a convenient departure.

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

💸 Flights from ~$314

Medellín main airports to arrive at

José María Córdova International (MDE)

Cheapest

José María Córdova International is a primary arrival airport for flights from Quito to Medellín.

📍 ~20 km from Medellín (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$314

Airports nearby Medellín used as alternative

El Dorado International (BOG)

Cheapest

Consider Bogotá (BOG) for its extensive route network, offering more flight options despite the distance.

📍 ~220 km from Medellín (significant travel time by land, approx. 7-9 hours).

💸 Flights from ~$265

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Medellín

$555

Save $487

LATAM Chile

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Medellín

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from Quito to Medellín is within 0-6 days of departure. During this period, the average price was $236. Prices tend to be higher further out, with flights booked 28-59 days in advance averaging $367. Even 60+ days out, the average price was $271, indicating that last-minute bookings often offer better value for this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good deal for a flight from Quito to Medellín is considered to be $222 or less. The median price for this route was $229. Prices typically range, with 75% of observed prices being $337 or less. By comparing potential fares to these historical benchmarks, travelers can identify favorable pricing.

Historically, May, November, and June have been among the best months to fly from Quito to Medellín, all showing a median price of $229. The annual median price for this route was also $229. While May appears as both a cheapest and the most expensive month in some data sets, the overall trend indicates consistent pricing across these periods. Travelers can often find similar value throughout the year.

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Quito to Medellín: Overview

Insights for flights from Quito to Medellín

How much is a round trip from Quito to Medellín

Regular price: $251 - $492

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

The regular price range for flights from Quito to Medellín is typically between $251 and $492. The current lowest deal is $278 with Avianca for travel from Oct 2-Oct 9.

now $278

Low $251

High $492

The cheapest time to fly from Quito to Medellín

January

Cheapest

Flights from $229

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $383

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Feb

Mar

Apr

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Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

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Dec