Flying from Medellin to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
Medellin's main base, Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Medellin to Vancouver International Airport (YVR).
Vancouver International Airport is located in Vancouver. The city operates in the UTC-7 timezone and is 2 hours behind Medellin.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Medellin to YVR.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for an international flight. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
We make it a breeze to book a flight from Medellin to YVR with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between MDE and YVR include:
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
The distance from central Medellin to MDE is around 24 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the best route, whether you plan to drive or take public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to Jose Maria Cordova International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Medellin to Vancouver International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
About Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Medellin to Vancouver International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 26 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 33 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Rs89,419 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Medellin to Vancouver International Airport. Return flights start from Rs163,584. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from Medellin to YVR, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap tickets from Medellin to Vancouver International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across each month and land a great deal.
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Personalise your trip using filters. Choose the number of stops, total duration, and arrival and departure times to find the ideal flight from Medellin to Vancouver International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' options first.
The best time to fly from Medellin to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
May is the quietest time of year to fly to Vancouver. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take your trip in August. This is the most popular month for flights from Medellin to Vancouver International Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
When booking your flight from Medellin to YVR, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Vancouver, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 24ºC.
December sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap flights from Medellin to Vancouver International Airport sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Vancouver
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Vancouver right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Medellin to Vancouver International Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World are highlights which should feature on every Vancouver itinerary.
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