Are there direct flights from Quito to Medellín?

Historically, approximately 21.9% of flights from Quito to Medellín have been direct. For travelers who prefer non-stop options, direct flights are available, though they represent a smaller portion of the overall flight offerings. When connecting flights are taken, the median number of stopovers is typically one. This indicates that while direct routes exist, many travelers on this route will experience a single stop.

How many hours is the flight from Quito to Medellín?

The direct flight from Quito to Medellín typically takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, covering a distance of 771 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to about 4 hours and 15 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences in flight time when planning their journey, depending on whether they choose a direct or connecting option.

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 more favorable fares. Price fluctuations are a common characteristic of this route, indicating a dynamic pricing environment across the trailing 30 days.

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2026-10-28 – 2026-11-01
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: $231 - $503

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

The regular price range for flights from Quito to Medellín is between $231 and $503. The current lowest deal is $284 with Avianca for travel from Sep 17-Sep 18.

now $284

Low $231

High $503

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 10

⌛ Last-Minute

UIO - Medellín

Quito (UIO) - Medellín (MDE)

LATAM Chile

$495

$396

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

UIO - Medellín

Quito (UIO) - Medellín (MDE)

LATAM Chile

$589

$396

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

UIO - Medellín

Quito (UIO) - Medellín (MDE)

LATAM Chile

$578

$396

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

UIO - Medellín

Quito (UIO) - Medellín (MDE)

Avianca

$574

$427

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

UIO - Medellín

Quito (UIO) - Medellín (MDE)

Avianca

$467

$317

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

UIO - Medellín

Quito (UIO) - Medellín (MDE)

Avianca

$495

$330

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 12 - Aug 15

$570 → $352

38%

4 nights

Aug 15 - Aug 19

$536 → $332

38%

4 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 17

$567 → $370

35%

3 nights

Aug 16 - Aug 19

$528 → $332

37%

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 prices around $284.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the best prices

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

⏱️ Flight duration

Total flight time is 4h 5m

Flights from Quito to Medellín typically take 4 hours and 5 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

21.9% of recent flights are direct

About 21.9% of recent flights on this route are direct, with connecting flights having 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 from Quito to Medellín are frequent, appearing often in the last 30 days.

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

$530

Save $498

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 window, the average price for a ticket is typically around $236. Prices tend to increase for bookings made further out, with flights booked 28-59 days in advance averaging $367. Even bookings made 60+ days out are generally more expensive, with an average price of $271.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Quito to Medellín is considered to be $222 or less. This threshold represents the point at which 25% of all observed prices were found. The median price for this route over the same 90-day period was $229, while prices at the 75th percentile reached $337. Comparing offers to these historical benchmarks can help identify a favorable deal.

Based on historical data over a 270-day window, May, November, and June have typically offered the lowest median prices for flights from Quito to Medellín, all at $229. While May also appears as the most expensive month in some observations, the overall annual median price for this route remains $229. Travelers seeking value might consider these months for their journeys.

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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: $231 - $503

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

The regular price range for flights from Quito to Medellín is between $231 and $503. The current lowest deal is $284 with Avianca for travel from Sep 17-Sep 18.

now $284

Low $231

High $503

The cheapest time to fly from Quito to Medellín

January

Cheapest

Flights from $229

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $383

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec