Are there direct flights from Quito to Medellín?

Historically, approximately 21.9% of flights from Quito to Medellín have been direct. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers across the trailing 90 days was 1. Travelers should consider this when planning their journey, as direct options are available but do not represent the majority of routes.

How many hours is the flight from Quito to Medellín?

The typical direct flight from Quito to Medellín has a median duration of 1 hour and 30 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median duration is significantly longer, averaging 4 hours and 15 minutes. The distance between the two cities is approximately 771 kilometers, contributing to the relatively short direct flight time.

How often do Quito to Medellín flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Quito to Medellín route have shown frequent drops. This indicates that travelers may often find opportunities for price reductions. Monitoring prices regularly over a 30-day window can be beneficial for securing a more favorable fare.

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October 16 - October 18

Cheapest

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$316

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August 25 - August 27

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$367

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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, with a median of 1 stopover for connecting flights, this duration accounts for the layover time. Only 21.9% of recent fares for this route are non-stop, meaning you'll likely have a connection on your trip.

When considering cheap flights from Quito to Medellín, you'll find that the cheapest months to fly are May, November, and June, all with a median fare of $229. This consistent pricing across these months offers several opportunities to find value. New deals for this route appear almost daily, making it beneficial to monitor prices if your travel dates are flexible.

Fares for flights from Quito to Medellín typically range from $222–$337, with a median of $229. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level, indicating a less opportune time for booking compared to the median. There are currently no recent fares classified as a good price, suggesting that travelers may need to wait for better deals to emerge.

The distance between Quito and Medellín is 771 km, 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: $257 - $477

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

Regular prices for flights from Quito to Medellín typically range from $257 to $477. The current lowest deal is $304 with Avianca for travel from Oct 7-Oct 10.

now $304

Low $257

High $477

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.

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Direct flights from Quito to Medellín

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Last-minute flights going from Quito to Medellín

Sun, Jul 12

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UIO - Medellín

Quito (UIO) - Medellín (MDE)

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Quito (UIO) - Medellín (MDE)

LATAM Chile

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Quito (UIO) - Medellín (MDE)

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Quito (UIO) - Medellín (MDE)

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Quito (UIO) - Medellín (MDE)

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Quito (UIO) - Medellín (MDE)

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

4 nights

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$460 → $318

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$471 → $341

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3 nights

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$463 → $336

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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, with a median price of $229.

📅 Best time to fly

May, November, and June are historically cheapest

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Quito to Medellín are May, November, and June.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 4h 5m

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

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

Approximately 21.9% of flights from Quito to Medellín are direct, with connecting flights being more common.

🏆 Airline highlight

Avianca offers direct flights

Avianca is one airline that offers direct flights on the Quito to Medellín route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

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

Quito main airports to depart from

Mariscal Sucre International (UIO)

Cheapest

Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) is a good option for flights from Quito to Medellín.

📍 ~15 km from city center

💸 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 Medellín, offering direct access to the city.

📍 ~20 km from Medellín (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$314

Olaya Herrera (EOH)

Olaya Herrera is an alternative arrival airport for Medellín, located closer to the city center.

📍 ~2 km from Medellín (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$408

Airports nearby Medellín used as alternative

El Dorado International (BOG)

Cheapest

Bogotá (BOG) is a robust alternative due to its status as a major hub with extensive routes.

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

💸 Flights from ~$295

Matecaña International (PEI)

Pereira (PEI) offers solid regional and limited international alternatives in the Coffee Axis.

📍 ~170 km from Medellín (reachable by car, approx. 4-5 hours travel time)

💸 Flights from ~$328

El Edén International (AXM)

Armenia (AXM) offers solid regional and limited international alternatives in the Coffee Axis.

📍 ~180 km from Medellín (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$341

La Nubia (MZL)

Manizales (MZL) is useful for domestic hops to Bogotá, despite frequent weather-related closures.

📍 ~130 km from Medellín (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$470

Perales (IBE)

Ibagué (IBE) provides additional domestic connectivity to the center of the country.

📍 ~200 km from Medellín (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$482

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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 increase for bookings made 28-59 days out, with an average price of $367. Even bookings made 60+ days in advance were typically higher, averaging $271 across the trailing 90 days.

A good deal for a flight from Quito to Medellín is considered to be $222 or less. This threshold is based on historical pricing data from the trailing 90 days, representing the 25th percentile of prices observed. The median price for this route across the same period was $229, while prices at the 75th percentile reached $337.

Historically, May, November, and June have been the cheapest months to fly from Quito to Medellín, with a median price of $229 for each. The annual median price for this route is also $229, based on data from the trailing 270 days. While May is listed as both a cheapest and the most expensive month, this indicates price variability within that month, with the median remaining consistent.

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