Traveling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Medellin: what you need to know
Medellin is six hours behind Zurich, where Zurich Airport is located. Medellin follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your ZRH to Medellin flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Located around 6 miles from the center of Zurich, ZRH can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Traveling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Zurich Airport to Medellin? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to ZRH:
Of the flights that depart from Zurich Airport, 69.02% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Medellin
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Zurich Airport to Medellin flight is $443. The cheapest price for a return flight is $785. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from ZRH to Medellin, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
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Airports in Medellin
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) to the center of Medellin takes around 35 minutes by car. The center is roughly 15 miles away.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Zurich Airport to Medellin. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MDE instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Jose Maria Cordova International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Confort Rent a Car and venture far and wide through Medellin and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Jose Maria Cordova International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from ZRH to Medellin.
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) is around 4 miles from central Medellin. Once you've hopped off your flight from Zurich Airport to Medellin, it'll take you around 15 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near EOH. Unwind and get cozy after your ZRH to Medellin flight at one of these well-located options:
Grab an Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car and make your journey as spontaneous as you want. You can choose from trusted companies like Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion.
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride one week before your arrival at EOH can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Medellin
Plan your trip to Medellin during high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Zurich Airport to Medellin in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Medellin is August, with temperatures ranging between 52ºF and 81ºF. Lock in your Zurich Airport to Medellin plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ZRH to Medellin in July when temperatures average between 52ºF and 81ºF.
More about Medellin
Start your Medellin trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Zurich Airport to Medellin, check out our range of hotels including:
Botero Plaza and Parque Arvi are a couple of top attractions to add to your Medellin must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Pueblito Paisa.
Explore more of Colombia
You've seen Medellin, now it's time to discover other parts of Colombia. Journey about 150 miles south-east to Bogota to check off its leading attractions. From Gold Museum to Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Cali is another must-experience destination in Colombia and is around 200 miles south of Medellin. No journey is complete without a visit to Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.
