Cheap Flights from Bogotá to Medellín: The Complete Savings Guide

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Bogotá–Medellín route at a glance

Fact	Detail
Direct flight time	~1 h 15 min
Distance	~230 km (about 145 miles)
Origin airport	Bogotá–El Dorado International (BOG)
Destination airport	Medellín–José María Córdova (MDE, Rionegro)
Direct airlines	Avianca, LATAM, Wingo, JetSMART
Daily departures	18–21 each way (a true shuttle route)
Cheapest months	April–May and September–November
Cheapest days	Tuesday and Wednesday

How long is the flight from Bogotá to Medellín?

A direct flight from Bogotá to Medellín takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes, gate to gate. It is a pure domestic shuttle — there is essentially no reason to connect on this route, and you should not book an itinerary that makes you change planes. With close to 20 departures a day in each direction, you can fly early morning, midday or late evening and still be in the Aburrá Valley by lunchtime.

Bear in mind that José María Córdova International (MDE) sits in Rionegro, roughly 45 minutes to an hour east of Medellín by road. Build that ground transfer into your total travel time. The airport bus and shared white taxis cover the run into the city for a modest flat fare.

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Which airlines fly the route (and which are cheapest)

Avianca — the dominant carrier, with the most departures across the day and a proper shuttle product. Full service, broad schedule, and it uses its main El Dorado hub operation. Usually a solid mid-price option.
LATAM — a strong competitor with frequent daily flights and regular sales. A dependable full-service choice when Avianca’s price spikes.
Wingo — the low-cost carrier on the route, frequently the price floor and the one to beat. Watch what is and is not included in the base fare.
JetSMART — entered Colombian domestic service in 2024 and flies the corridor with an ultra-low-cost model. Often the cheapest headline fare of all, with extras priced separately.

Because two ultra-low-cost carriers (Wingo and JetSMART) compete head to head with two full-service airlines (Avianca and LATAM), this is one of the most price-competitive short routes in the region. Before you book, compare every Bogotá–Medellín flight at once on TopTravelCentre to see instantly which airline is cheapest for your exact date.

Airports: Bogotá–El Dorado (BOG) and Medellín–José María Córdova (MDE)

Bogotá–El Dorado International (BOG)

Colombia’s main hub and the busiest airport in the country, west of central Bogotá. El Dorado is large, so arrive with time to spare, especially on Monday mornings and Friday evenings when business traffic peaks. TransMilenio’s airport feeder and free shuttle connect it to the city; taxis and ride-hailing are plentiful. It is Avianca’s home base, which is why departures here are so frequent.

Medellín–José María Córdova (MDE)

The international airport serving Medellín, located in Rionegro about 45 minutes east of the city. The road in is mountainous and can be slow in rain or fog, so leave a margin. Shared airport taxis, private transfers and the official airport bus run into Medellín for a reasonable flat fare. (Medellín also has a closer downtown field, Olaya Herrera, but the Bogotá shuttle routes use MDE.)

When is the cheapest time to fly Bogotá–Medellín?

April–May and September–November — the cheapest months. Colombian domestic demand softens in these rainy-season shoulder periods, and the low-cost carriers cut fares hardest here.
Tuesday and Wednesday — usually the cheapest days of the week to fly.
When to avoid on price: the December–January holiday rush, Semana Santa (Holy Week), and long weekend puentes, when Colombians travel in numbers and fares jump. June and July school holidays are also pricier.

If you are connecting Medellín onward to Europe afterward, pair this domestic hop with our Bogotá to Madrid, Medellín to Madrid or Bogotá to Barcelona guides to plan the whole journey.

6 real tactics to get the cheapest flight

Fly Tuesday or Wednesday. The cheapest days on a domestic shuttle like this.
Target April–May or September–November. Demand dips and the low-cost carriers discount hardest.
Book 2–4 weeks ahead. Enough to catch a sale, not so far out that fares have not been loaded.
Always compare Wingo and JetSMART against Avianca and LATAM. The headline low-cost fare is often — but not always — the winner.
Check what the base fare includes. On ultra-low-cost carriers a carry-on or seat can move the real total; sometimes the full-service fare is the better deal once extras are in.
Compare all four airlines at once. The only way to be sure. Our complete guide to finding cheap flights has more domestic tactics.

How much does a Bogotá–Medellín flight cost? (price ranges)

Checked on 09/08/2026. Booked a few weeks ahead on a midweek date in low season, a one-way Bogotá–Medellín ticket typically starts from about 25–50 USD on the low-cost carriers, with full-service fares often around 50–90 USD. Booked last-minute, on a long weekend, or during Semana Santa, the same ticket can climb to 100–150 USD or more. These are ranges, not guaranteed prices — always check the live fare for your date.

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Frequently asked questions

Are there direct flights from Bogotá to Medellín?

Yes — this is one of Colombia’s busiest routes, flown directly by Avianca, LATAM, Wingo and JetSMART, with about 18–21 departures a day in each direction. The flight takes around 1 hour 15 minutes.

Which airline is cheapest?

It changes by date, but the low-cost carriers — Wingo and JetSMART — most often set the lowest fares, with Avianca and LATAM competing on schedule and convenience. Always compare all four for your exact date.

How long is the flight?

About 1 hour 15 minutes gate to gate. There is no reason to connect on this route.

Which airport does Medellín use?

You arrive at José María Córdova International (MDE) in Rionegro, roughly 45 minutes east of Medellín by road.

What is the cheapest month to fly?

April–May and September–November, when Colombian domestic demand softens. Avoid December–January, Semana Santa and long weekends, which are the most expensive.

Do I need a visa?

No. Bogotá–Medellín is a domestic Colombian flight; a valid ID (cédula for Colombians, passport for foreign visitors) is all that is required.

Summary: your plan for the cheapest Bogotá–Medellín flight

Fly on a Tuesday or Wednesday, ideally in April–May or September–November.
Book 2–4 weeks ahead, one way or round trip.
Compare all four airlines — and always include Wingo and JetSMART.

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Prices are indicative and vary by date and airline.